Creamy Lemon Pie (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Graham Cracker Crust

01 - 1½ cups (200g) graham cracker crumbs
02 - ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
03 - 6 tablespoons (85g) butter, melted

→ Lemon Filling

04 - 2 (14-oz) cans sweetened condensed milk
05 - 1 cup (240ml) fresh lemon juice (about 6 large lemons)
06 - 6 large egg yolks
07 - 2 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest

→ Optional Whipped Cream Topping

08 - 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, cold
09 - ⅓ cup (45g) powdered sugar
10 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C with rack in center position.
02 - Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press mixture into bottom and sides of 9-inch deep-dish pie pan.
03 - Whisk together condensed milk, egg yolks, and lemon zest. Add lemon juice and whisk until well combined and thickened.
04 - Pour filling into crust and bake 25-30 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
05 - Cool on wire rack, then cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours (preferably 5-6 hours or overnight) until firm.

# Notes:

01 - Can be made up to 3 days ahead
02 - Best chilled for 5-6 hours before serving
03 - Keeps in refrigerator for up to 5 days