Frozen Lemon Dessert
Indulge in the ultimate summer treat with this Frozen Lemon Dessert—a refreshingly tangy and velvety creation that's almost too easy to make! Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious filling made with fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and sweetened condensed milk, this no-bake dessert is light, creamy, and bursting with citrusy goodness. Topped with airy whipped cream folded into the zesty lemon mixture, every bite melts in your mouth with the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Ready in just 25 minutes of prep time and requiring only a freezer to set, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for entertaining or anytime you crave a cool, citrus-infused treat. Perfect for summer picnics, dinner parties, or as a make-ahead dessert, this Frozen Lemon Dessert will quickly become your go-to recipe for effortless elegance and refreshing flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 0.5 cups lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Lightly grease an 8x8-inch square baking dish and set it aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Place the dish in the freezer to set while preparing the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer, whip the heavy whipping cream in a separate bowl on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture until completely incorporated and smooth, being careful not to deflate the cream.
Remove the crust from the freezer and spread the lemon filling evenly over the crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place it in the freezer to chill for at least 6 hours, or until firm.
Once fully frozen, remove the dessert from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly before slicing.
Cut into squares or slices, serve immediately, and enjoy this refreshing frozen lemon dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3741 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.9 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.0 g | 675% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 633 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 1674 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 365.8 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 264.1 g | ||
| Protein | 44.7 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1253 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1913 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
