No-Bake Lemon Icebox Pie
No-Bake Lemon Icebox Pie is a classic American dessert, especially popular in the South, known for its creamy, tangy filling and easy preparation. It typically features a graham cracker crust filled with a smooth mixture of sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and sometimes egg yolks or cream cheese, chilled until set.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This pie is generally high in carbohydrates and fat, with a moderate amount of protein from the dairy ingredients. A single slice (about 1/8 of a 9-inch pie) can contain roughly 300-400 calories, providing a quick energy boost but limited essential vitamins or minerals.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Sodium | 280 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 IU |
| Vitamin C | 3 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Phosphorus | 90 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 slice (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'icebox' name refers to its historical reliance on early refrigerators (iceboxes) for setting, making it a symbol of mid-20th century American home cooking convenience. Nutritionally, the lemon juice adds a small dose of vitamin C, but the pie is primarily enjoyed as an indulgent treat rather than a health food.
