Every piece of this creamy, cool Keto No-Bake Lemon Pie is bursting with vibrant lemon flavor. This is the ideal choice when you want a sweet yet light dessert that doesn’t require an oven. The almond flour crust gives a nutty bite while the creamy lemon filling provides a zesty, melt-in-your-mouth feel. This pie is straightforward and keto-friendly because it just contains cream cheese, heavy cream, and fresh lemon juice. This pie has no gluten & is low in carbs as well & has a rich flavor that isn’t “diet”. You get a hit of cream and citrus with every bite of this Keto No-Bake Lemon Pie, but without the sugar rush.
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STATS:
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Preparation time: Fifteen minutes
- Portion size: 1 wedge
- Cooking duration: Zero minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: Three hours, fifteen minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Diet: Keto
- Serving: 8
EQUIPMENT:
- Parchment paper
- Mixing vessel
- Rubber spatula
- Electric mixer
- Pie pan
INGREDIENTS:
CRUST:
- 1 & ½ cups almond flour
- Three tbsp. melted butter
- One tbsp. Erythritol powder
FILLING:
- Eight oz. cream cheese
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- â…“ cup Erythritol powder
- Two tbsp. lemon juice
- One tsp. lemon zest
- ½ tsp. vanilla extract
TOPPING:
- Lemon slices
- Keto Whipped cream
INGREDIENT NOTES
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Almond flour provides a low-carb, gluten-free, and buttery, nutty base for the crust. Utilize blanch flour for the nicest consistency and texture.
BUTTER:
- It adds moisture & a deep taste & it aids in binding of crust. Melted butter guarantees a soft crumb and even mixing.
ERYTHROITOL POWDER:
- The best keto sweetener is Erythritol powder since it melts readily and provides sweetness without adding sugar. The filling remains light and silky as a result.
CREAM CHEESE:
- Cream cheese gives the filling a rich, tart foundation & structure. Make sure it’s soft for a smooth texture and easy blending.
HEAVY WHIPPING CREAM:
- The filling gains bulk and lightness from the use of heavy whipping cream. whip the cream to form soft peaks for a light, mousse-like texture.
LEMON JUICE:
- Vibrant, organic citrus flavor from fresh lemon juice balances the creaminess. Use freshly squeezed juice for optimal flavor.
LEMON ZEST:
- Lemon zest enhances the flavor and scent. It adds freshness to each bite and counterbalances the sweetness.
VANILLA ESSENCE:
- Vanilla extract adds a little sweetness to balance the flavors. It evens out the flavor and brings out the brightness of the lemon.
Free Keto Meal Plan:Â STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Put the butter, Erythritol powder, & almond flour in vessel & stir to make the crumbs.
- Line a pie pan with parchment paper & add the mixture in bottom and press. Let it cool for half an hour.
- Beat the cream cheese & Erythritol powder till it gets creamy & frothy in a different dish.
- Add the lemon juice, vanilla extract, & lemon zest & stir thoroughly.
- Then beat the heavy cream to form soft peaks in another dish.
- Softly fold the heavy cream in mixture of cream cheese.
- Evenly cover the cold crust with the filling & make the top smooth.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours till it gets firm.
- Garnish with lemon zest or whipped cream before serving.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
DRINKS:
- Keto Iced Coffee
- Sparkling Lemon Water
- Green Tea
TOPPINGS:
- Sugar-Free Whipped Cream
- Toasted Coconut Flakes
- Crushed Pecans
SIDES:
- Keto Grilled Salmon
- Zucchini Noodles
- Cauliflower Rice
OCCASIONS:
- Summer Gatherings
- Family Dinners
- Weekend Treats
TIPS:
- Include some drops of lemon extract for the additional lemon flavor.
- Chill the batter for the whole night for the best texture & taste.
- Make this pie in a spring form pan to remove it easily & for good presentation.
- Add the gelatin to maintain the structure.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store the pie in an airtight vessel for 5 days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze separately wrapped slices for 1 month.
FAQs:
Can I utilize coconut flour to prepare this pie?
- We have to do lots of adjustments to utilize this flour in preparing this pie, so we utilize almond flour for his purpose.
Can we make this pie for meal preparation?
- We can make this pie for the meal preparation, as its texture and taste will remain similar.
Will we make non-dairy pie?
- We will able to make non-dairy pie by using the coconut cream & vegan cream cheese for this purpose.
Free Keto Meal Plan:Â STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 285 kcal
Net carbs: 4.5 g
Total carbs: 8 g
Fiber: 3.5 g
Protein: 6.2 g
Fat: 26 g
Calcium: 70 g
Iron: 0.6 g
Vitamin A: 75 g
Sodium: 110 g
Potassium: 130 g
Serving size: 1 slice
