Ingredients
Frozen Lemonade Pie
- 1 box (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 box (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix
- 8 ounces frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed (use only part of a 12-ounce container)
- 1 3/4 cups cold milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 container (8 ounces) Cool Whip, thawed
- 2 pre-made 9-inch graham cracker crusts
Pink Lemonade Pie
- 1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
- 1 can (12 ounces) pink lemonade concentrate, thawed (use half the can, about 6 ounces)
- 1 container (4 ounces) Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 pre-made 9-inch graham cracker crust
- Red food coloring (optional, for deeper pink color)
- Optional garnishes: fresh lemon zest, lemon slices, extra whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare Frozen Lemonade Pie pudding mix: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the vanilla and lemon pudding mixes with cold milk until the mixture thickens, about 2 minutes. Once thickened, stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly.
- Add lemonade concentrate: Pour in 8 ounces of thawed frozen lemonade concentrate (about two-thirds of a 12-ounce can) and whisk to combine well. Avoid using the entire can to prevent the pie from being too wet.
- Fold in Cool Whip: Gradually add the thawed Cool Whip in sections, gently folding it in after each addition until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Fill pie crusts and chill: Pour the prepared mixture evenly into the two 9-inch pre-made graham cracker crusts. Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow the pies to set and firm up.
- Serve Frozen Lemonade Pie: Once firm, slice and serve chilled. Optionally, garnish with fresh fruit and extra whipped cream for added presentation.
- Prepare Pink Lemonade Pie ice cream base: Remove vanilla ice cream from the freezer and let it soften at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
- Mix Pink Lemonade Pie filling: In a large bowl, whisk together half (6 ounces) of thawed pink lemonade concentrate with the softened vanilla ice cream and 4 ounces of thawed Cool Whip until smooth and lump-free. Add a few drops of red food coloring if a deeper pink color is desired.
- Fill crust and freeze: Pour the pink lemonade ice cream mixture into a pre-made 9-inch graham cracker crust and smooth the surface evenly. Cover and place in the freezer overnight to firm.
- Optional toppings: Before serving, spread or pipe extra whipped cream on top and decorate with lemon zest and lemon slices for a beautiful finishing touch.
- Serve Pink Lemonade Pie: Slice and serve directly from the freezer for a refreshing frozen dessert experience.
Notes
- Do not use the entire lemonade concentrate containers to avoid overly wet pies; measure carefully.
- Allow ice cream to soften sufficiently to ensure smooth mixing for the Pink Lemonade Pie.
- Use pre-made graham cracker crusts for convenience and consistent results.
- Overnight chilling is essential to let the pies fully set and develop their flavor.
- Optional garnishes like fresh fruit, whipped cream, lemon zest, and lemon slices add visual appeal and flavor contrast.
- Red food coloring in the Pink Lemonade Pie is optional, used only for a more vibrant pink.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian