Description
No-Bake Lemon Icebox Pie Jars offer a refreshing and delightful treat perfect for summer days. These charming dessert jars combine a creamy lemon filling with a crunchy graham cracker crust, all without the need for baking. Each delightful spoonful delivers a burst of zesty flavor that will have you reaching for seconds. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or simply indulging at home, this easy recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Cool Whip or whipped cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl until it resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom of jars.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually incorporate lemon juice and zest until well combined.
- Gently fold in Cool Whip or whipped cream to achieve a light and airy texture.
- Layer the lemon filling over the crust in each jar.
- Cover jars and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled, garnished with additional whipped cream or lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg