No-Bake Creamy Lemon Pie

Ingredients:

– **For the Crust:**
– 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/3 cup sugar
– 6 tablespoons melted butter

– **For the Filling:**
– 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
– 1/2 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
– 1 teaspoon lemon zest
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks

– **For the Topping:**
– 1 cup heavy whipping cream
– 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. **Prepare the Crust:**
– In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
– Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
– Refrigerate the crust for at least 30 minutes to set.

2. **Prepare the Filling:**
– In a large bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
– Gently fold in the whipped cream until fully incorporated.
– Pour the filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.

3. **Chill the Pie:**
– Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is firm.

4. **Prepare the Topping:**
– In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
– Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie.

5. **Serve:**
– Slice the pie and serve chilled. Enjoy!

This recipe is a delicious, creamy, and refreshing dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.