Description
Zesty no-bake sugar-free lemon pie brings refreshing Mediterranean sunshine to dessert tables with minimal effort. Cool citrus layers combine creamy textures and bright flavors you’ll savor without guilt, creating a perfect summer indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
Sweeteners:
- 1/3 cup erythritol (or preferred sugar substitute)
- 1 tablespoon erythritol (optional)
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 1 packet unflavored gelatin
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 2 lemons
Instructions
- Combine ground almonds, melted butter, and sugar substitute in a mixing bowl, creating a cohesive crumbly texture.
- Transfer the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing firmly and evenly across the bottom to form a compact crust.
- Chill the prepared crust in the refrigerator for 15 minutes while preparing the filling.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Incorporate Greek yogurt, freshly squeezed lemon juice, grated lemon zest, sugar substitute, and vanilla extract into the cream cheese.
- Thoroughly blend the mixture until ingredients are fully integrated and uniform in consistency.
- Dissolve gelatin in a small amount of warm water, stirring until completely clear and liquid.
- Gently fold the dissolved gelatin into the lemon filling, mixing carefully to maintain a smooth texture.
- Pour the prepared filling over the chilled crust, using a silicone spatula to spread evenly and create a flat surface.
- Refrigerate the pie for 4-6 hours, or preferably overnight, allowing the filling to set completely and flavors to meld.
- Once firm, slice into wedges and serve directly from the refrigerator for optimal texture and taste.
Notes
- Enhance the crust’s texture by toasting almond flour slightly in a dry skillet before mixing with butter for a deeper, nuttier flavor profile.
- Ensure gelatin is completely dissolved and cooled before adding to prevent lumps and maintain a smooth, creamy filling consistency.
- For a dairy-free version, swap cream cheese with coconut cream and use plant-based yogurt alternative to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Experiment with different citrus zests like lime or orange to create unique flavor variations while keeping the same no-bake technique.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 222 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg