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Zesty No-Bake Lemon Pie Delight

Zesty No-Bake Lemon Pie Delight

Zesty No-Bake Lemon Pie Delight: creamy, tangy, and ready in minutes—perfect for summer gatherings and stress-free desserts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 32 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g Maizena crackers
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup full-fat sour cream
  • 0.5 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • q.s. lemon zest (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Method
 

  1. Crush the crackers into fine crumbs using a blender, food processor, or a rolling pin.
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the cracker crumbs with softened butter or margarine until clumpy.
  1. Press the crust mixture into a 9-inch (23 cm) tart pan with a removable bottom.
  1. Bake the crust in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10–15 minutes until lightly golden brown, then cool completely on a wire rack.
  1. Blend the condensed milk, sour cream, and fresh lemon juice in a blender until smooth.
  1. Pour the lemon filling over the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
  1. Run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen and gently push up the removable bottom to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil instead of butter and plant-based condensed milk and yogurt. The pie can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 1 month (un-garnished). Make sure to cover it tightly for storage.
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