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Refreshing Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Pie

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A simple, bright, and cool frozen pie combining fresh strawberries and lemon for a perfect summer dessert with a creamy texture and a crunchy graham cracker crust.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–5 medium lemons)
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided
  • 1 (14 oz / 400 g) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/3 cup sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated and look like wet sand. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Smooth the surface and chill in the fridge for about 15 minutes.
  2. Puree strawberries in a food processor or blender until smooth but not watery. Set aside.
  3. Mix lemon base: In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, 1 cup sugar, and lemon zest until sugar dissolves. Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract if using. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Whip the cream: Beat the cold heavy cream until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. Avoid overbeating.
  5. Combine filling: Fold the strawberry puree into the lemon mixture until evenly mixed. Gently fold in the whipped cream in two batches using a spatula to keep the mixture light and airy.
  6. Assemble the pie: Pour the filling over the chilled crust and spread evenly. Tap the pie dish gently to release air bubbles.
  7. Freeze: Cover loosely with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  8. Serve: Remove from freezer about 10 minutes before slicing to soften slightly. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices or lemon zest if desired.

Notes

Use fresh strawberries for best flavor; thaw and drain frozen if used. Chill crust well before adding filling to prevent sogginess. Use a warm knife to slice frozen pie cleanly. For dairy-free, substitute coconut cream and dairy-free condensed milk. For gluten-free, use almond flour crust.

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