Effortless No-Bake Lime Cream Pie

Ingredients

• 1.5 cupsGraham cracker crumbs
• 0.3 cupUnsalted butter, melted
• 8 ozCream cheese, softened
• 14 ozSweetened condensed milk
• 0.5 cupFresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoonLime zest
• 8 ozFrozen whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Place the crust in the freezer while you prepare the filling.

   ⏱ 5 min
2. 2

   In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk, beating until thoroughly combined and smooth.

   ⏱ 3 min
3. 3

   Stir in the fresh lime juice and lime zest until fully incorporated. The mixture will begin to thicken slightly.

   ⏱ 2 min
4. 4

   Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until no streaks remain and the filling is light and airy. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the light texture.

   ⏱ 2 min
5. 5

   Pour the lime cream filling into the prepared graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover the pie plate loosely with plastic wrap.

   ⏱ 3 min
6. 6

   Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until it is completely set. This ensures the pie holds its shape when sliced.

   ⏱ 240 min
7. 7

   Slice and serve chilled. For an extra touch, garnish with additional lime zest or a dollop of fresh whipped cream.