Nana insists this 4 ingredient wonder is the reason grandpa married her. I whipped it up in 5 minutes yesterday and completely understand why.

4-Ingredient Creamy Lemonade Pie

Servings: 8

Nana insists this 4 ingredient wonder is the reason grandpa married her. I whipped it up in 5 minutes yesterday and completely understand why.

Ingredients

1 prepared 9-inch graham cracker crust

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping, thawed
1 can (6 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed 

Measured ingredients for lemonade pie including graham cracker crust, sweetened condensed milk, whipped topping, and lemonade concentrate
Measured ingredients for lemonade pie including graham cracker crust, sweetened condensed milk, whipped topping, and lemonade concentrate

Directions

1. In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the sweetened condensed milk and thawed lemonade concentrate until smooth and fully blended.

Sweetened condensed milk and lemonade concentrate being mixed in a bowl
Sweetened condensed milk and lemonade concentrate being mixed in a bowl

2. Gently fold in the whipped topping until the filling is light, creamy, and evenly combined, with no streaks remaining.

Whipped topping folded into lemonade mixture to make a fluffy pale yellow filling
Whipped topping folded into lemonade mixture to make a fluffy pale yellow filling

3. Spoon the filling into the graham cracker crust and spread it into an even layer, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon or spatula.

Creamy lemonade filling spread into a graham cracker crust
Creamy lemonade filling spread into a graham cracker crust

4. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until firm enough to slice cleanly. For a firmer texture, chill it overnight.

Lemonade pie chilling in the refrigerator until set
Lemonade pie chilling in the refrigerator until set

5. Slice and serve cold. If desired, top each piece with a little extra whipped topping or a thin lemon slice for a simple finishing touch.

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