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    Cincy Shopper / Recipes / Dessert / Pie

    Easy Lemon Pie

    March 6, 2019 by Jen Cincyshopper 10 Comments

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    This Easy Lemon Pie with three luscious layers is so incredibly simple to make. Since the recipe uses a no bake graham cracker crust and just a couple prepackaged ingredients, it can be ready in no time. You will find it a perfect Easter, potluck, or bbq dessert.

    Easy Lemon Pie uncut in pie dish.

    Easy Lemon Pie

    I love to serve refreshing easy desserts during the spring and summer months. If the recipes are no bake, I like them even better. Keeping my time in the kitchen to a minimum is important. Making this lemon pie is one of the easiest desserts to prepare, and that is why it is one of my favorites. Lemon Meringue Pie is great but baking from scratch is not always an option when I am busy. When I am needing a quick dessert, this recipe is the clear winner.

    Lemon Pie on white background.

    The lemon pie starts with a no bake graham cracker crust. It can be made in no time at all. Three quick ingredients are needed and then it is tossed in the freezer to set. If you would like to keep the recipe even simpler, you could also purchase a pre-made store bought crust.

    Slice of lemon pie on a white plate.

    As I mentioned above, this pie has three delicious layers. The first layer of our lemon pie filling is made with boxed Jello instant pudding and lemon juice. The pudding is made a bit thicker than the traditional package directions. I just use a bit less milk for the filling to have it set a bit thicker. Additionally, we add in fresh lemon juice. Fresh is best but if you have a bottle of lemon juice on hand, it will work with no real impact on the overall flavor.

    No Bake Lemon Pie slice on plate.

    The second layer of my Easy Lemon Pie is just a box of pudding with less milk combined with whipped topping. I simply fold both ingredients together to create a lighter layer of light lemon deliciousness. You will find this layer is ridiculously easy!

    Inside of Three Layer Lemon Pie

    The final layer is just the remaining whipped topping. Yes, just plain whipped topping. You can add on some additional garnish if you would like, though not needed. I like to add on some zest from a lemon and small lemon slices. These additions make the lemon pie a real show stopper.

    Slice of Easy Lemon Pie on server.

    Isn’t it great when we can make delicious, quick, and easy delicious desserts with such little effort? I have made this lemon pie many times for summer bbqs and it is always a hit. I can make it a day or two ahead of time or I can make it a couple of hours before heading to a potluck. The bright distinctive layers will attract all your guests.

    Slice of lemon pie on plate with fork.

    Tips for the Best Lemon Pie:

    • Go ahead and purchase a premade crust if want to keep prep and dirty dishes to a minimum. If you buy your crust, it will include a disposable pan. The is allows you to be able to toss the pie pan when finished.
    • Notice the recipe calls for instant pudding. Be very careful to not purchase the cooking required version. I have made that mistake a couple of times and the cooking version does not work for this pie.
    • Follow my directions for the amount of milk needed for the lemon pudding. If you follow the package instructions, your pie will end up very loose.
    • Use whipped topping like Cool-Whip brand for best results. You will not achieve the same consistency with regular homemade whipped topping.
    • Store the pie in the refrigerator uncovered for best leftover results. If you should cover it, it may not last quite as long. The layers will break down much quicker.
    • Freeze your pie for about one hour before heading to a BBQ. This has always been one of my favorite tricks. The pie will hold it’s shaping during transport when giving it a quick freeze.

    Slice of lemon pie with text.

    Ingredients to make this Easy Lemon Pie

    20 Graham Crackers squares
    5 tbsp melted Butter
    1/3 cup Sugar
    3 pkg Lemon Instant Pudding (3.4 oz size)- the small boxes
    2 cup Milk, divided
    1 tbsp fresh Lemon Juice
    8 oz Frozen Whipped Topping, thawed

    Ingredients to make easy lemon pie.

    How to make Lemon Pie

    Butter a 9″ pie pan.
    Process graham cracker crumbs, butter and sugar in food processor until combined.
    Press mixture into bottom and sides of prepared pan.
    Refrigerate 15-30 minutes.
    Whisk together 2 boxes of pudding mix and 1 1/2 cups of milk and the lemon juice until it begins to thicken
    Spread into pie crust.
    Whisk together the remaining box of pudding mix and the remaining 1/2 cup of milk until blended and starting to thicken.
    Fold in half of the whipped topping until blended.
    Spread over first layer.
    Top with remaining whipped topping.
    Refrigerate 2 hours until firm.

    Crushed graham crackers for crust of easy lemon pie.

    Making graham cracker crust.

    Adding lemon juice to lemon pudding to make lemon pie.

    Making the lemon filling for lemon pie

    Adding lemon pie filling to graham cracker crust.

    Whisking the second layer of lemon pie filling.

    Adding the whipped topping for lemon pie filling.

    Spreading the second layer of lemon filling for easy pie.

    Adding the whipped topping to lemon pie.

    Fork filled with lemon pie on plate.

    If you like easy pie recipes, be sure to see these that I have shared:

    • Strawberry Pie (like Shoney’s) – made with fresh strawberries.
    • Banana Cream Pie – so simple to make!
    • Easy Hershey’s Chocolate Pie – another easy pie.

    Collage of lemon pie.

    Collage with text of easy lemon pie.

    RECIPE
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    Easy Lemon Pie

    This Easy Lemon Pie with three luscious layers is so incredibly simple to make. Since the recipe uses a no bake graham cracker crust and just a couple prepackaged ingredients, it can be ready in no time. You will find it a perfect Easter, potluck, or bbq dessert.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Keyword Easy Lemon Pie
    Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 1 minute minute
    Servings 8 slices
    Calories 326kcal
    Author Jen CIncyshopper

    Ingredients

    • 20 Graham Crackers squares
    • 5 tbsp melted Butter
    • 1/3 cup Sugar
    • 3 pkg Lemon Instant Pudding - 3.4 oz size
    • 2 cup Milk divided
    • 1 tbsp fresh Lemon Juice
    • 8 oz Frozen Whipped Topping thawed

    Instructions

    • Butter a 9" pie pan.
    • Process graham cracker crumbs, butter and sugar in food processor until combined.
    • Press mixture into bottom and sides of prepared pan.
    • Refrigerate 15-30 minutes.
    • Whisk together 2 boxes of pudding mix and 1 1/2 cups of milk and the juice until it begins to thicken
    • Spread into pie crust.
    • Whisk together the remaining box of pudding mix and the remaining 1/2 cup of milk until blended and starting to thicken.
    • Fold in half of the whipped topping until blended.
    • Spread over first layer.
    • Top with remaining whipped topping.
    • Refrigerate 2 hours until firm.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 343mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 370IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 129mg | Iron: 1mg
    Have you made this recipe?Snap a pic and show us on Instagram or Facebook.Tag me @Cincyshopper or #cincyshopper.

     

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    Comments

    1. Laura

      December 04, 2020 at 8:37 pm

      I don’t like instant pudding so could I use canned lemon?

      Reply
    2. Kristie

      March 19, 2019 at 5:58 pm

      I chose this as my feature for Funtastic Friday. It posts Thursday night at 9pm. I also have a featured collage that I post on twitter and Instagram. Have a great week!

      Reply
    3. Kristie

      March 15, 2019 at 4:30 pm

      This recipe looks great. I was just dropping in from Funtastic Friday to check out your pie. I’ve pinned it, and I’m gonna try it.

      Reply
    4. Kim~madeinaday.com

      March 12, 2019 at 3:01 pm

      My mom makes a recipe similar to this and we kinda forgot what was in it! Yum Pinned and sharing! Thank you for sharing on Merry Monday! We hope you will join us again next week!
      Kim

      Reply
    5. Sarah Tevis

      March 11, 2019 at 12:43 pm

      I may make this tonight for family dinner. I love anything lemon, and this looks so good!!

      Reply
    6. Joel

      March 07, 2019 at 6:02 am

      What pkg size for the lemon pudding please? Can’t wait to make this and appreciate all the tips and suggestions.

      Reply
      • Jen

        March 07, 2019 at 8:49 am

        Ooops sorry about that Joel! I will get that fixed. It will be three of the small 3.4 oz sized boxes.

        Reply
    7. Deb

      March 06, 2019 at 2:49 pm

      Oh my goodness !! I love lemon pie…but before I try this easy one..I have a question…would it be richer if I added one cup eagle brand milk and one cup whole milk instead of two cups whole milk ????????

      Reply
      • Jen

        March 06, 2019 at 6:20 pm

        Hi Deb! I have not tried it with the eagle milk but I am sure it would work. Please let me know if you give it a try. Have a great rest of your week.

        Reply
        • Deb

          March 07, 2019 at 3:44 am

          Hi Jen !!! Thanks for the quick response …..Of course, will let you know how it turns out ..so excited ..can’t wait to try out this recipe..thanks again…Have a fabulous week as well.!!!!

          Reply

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