Lemon Icebox Pie - Master Cookbook Recipe # 457

Name: Lemon Icebox Pie - Master Cookbook Recipe # 457
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 Graham Cracker Crust (Master Cookbook Recipe # 452); 2 (14 oz) cans sweetened condensed milk; 3 large egg yolks; 1/2 to 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice

A refreshing Southern classic that is as simple as it is delicious. This Lemon Icebox Pie features a smooth, tangy filling that sets up perfectly in the refrigerator. Whether you choose the traditional no-bake method or the quick-bake option, it’s a crowd-pleasing dessert that everyone will love!

This is recipe #457 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 10 minCook time: 20 minTotal time: 30 min Chill Time: 12 hrs

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Ingredients

1 Graham Cracker Crust (Master Cookbook Recipe # 452)
2 (14 oz) cans sweetened condensed milk
3 large egg yolks
1/2 to 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions

Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and fresh lemon juice.
Mix: Using an electric mixer on high speed, beat the mixture for 2-3 minutes until it is well blended and slightly thickened.
Fill: Pour the lemon mixture into your prepared graham cracker crust.
Set:
Traditional Method: Place the pie directly into the refrigerator and chill overnight to allow it to set firmly.
Quick-Bake Option: If you prefer to cook the egg yolks, bake the pie in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20 minutes. Allow it to cool to room temperature, then chill thoroughly before serving.
Serve: Slice and enjoy as is, or with a dollop of whipped cream!

Notes

Tammy’s Tips

For the best flavor, always use fresh-squeezed lemon juice; the bottled kind just doesn't provide that same bright, citrus zing. If you choose the no-bake method, making sure to beat the mixture for the full 3 minutes helps the filling achieve that perfect, silky consistency. This pie is even better when it has had a full 24 hours to set, making it an ideal dessert to prepare a day ahead of your big dinner!