Description
This easy Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Pie is one of the best dessert ideas for hot days because it is quick and simple to prepare and it delivers a creamy and tangy flavor that feels refreshing and healthy. It is perfect for a party or holiday or brunch and also works for meal prep since you can freeze it ahead and slice when ready.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 cups sliced strawberries
- 2 cups whipped topping
Instructions
- I combine the graham crumbs and melted butter and sugar and I press everything together until it looks slightly clumpy and damp and not perfectly uniform. Then I press the mixture into a pie dish and I push it outward and upward so the crust forms with uneven edges and small cracks that make it look homemade.
- I beat the cream cheese until soft and then I pour in the condensed milk and lemon juice and I mix until the texture becomes smooth yet slightly thick. The mixture changes from dense to creamy and glossy and I can see the lemon juice blending in with soft streaks before becoming fully combined.
- I gently fold the sliced strawberries and whipped topping into the mixture and I do not fully mix them so I keep visible streaks and pieces throughout. The color shifts into a soft pink tone and the strawberries appear unevenly scattered which gives a natural homemade look.
- I pour the mixture into the crust and I spread it loosely so the surface is slightly uneven and not perfectly smooth. Then I place the pie in the freezer and the filling gradually firms up and becomes sliceable while keeping a soft frozen texture.
- I remove the pie from the freezer and I slice it into portions and I can see the creamy interior with visible strawberry pieces. The edges are slightly irregular and the filling holds its shape while still looking soft and refreshing.
- firm slice creamy interior
Notes
Pro Tips:
- Use very cold whipped topping so the filling sets faster and keeps a stable airy texture during freezing.
- Slice strawberries unevenly for a more natural look and better distribution in each bite.
- Do not overmix once strawberries are added to preserve texture and visual contrast.
- Freeze overnight for best results so the pie holds shape and slices cleanly.
Storage: Store the pie in the freezer tightly covered to prevent freezer burn and keep flavors fresh. For best texture keep slices wrapped individually so they stay creamy and do not dry out. Avoid repeated thawing and refreezing as it can affect consistency and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minute
- Category: Desserts
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg