Print

Print Recipe

A refreshing, no-bake lemon tart featuring a crumbly graham cracker crust and a creamy lemon filling made with sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice, zest, and heavy whipping cream. Perfect for summer, this tart requires minimal prep and chilling time to set.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons melted butter
  • 14-ounce (approximately 400 grams) can sweetened condensed milk
  • Zest and juice of 3 lemons
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (30% fat or higher)

Instructions

  1. Make the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into a tart pan and set aside, chilling if desired for firmness.
  2. Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk with fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, stirring gently.
  3. Add heavy cream: Slowly pour in the heavy whipping cream and stir gently until the filling thickens and becomes smooth. Avoid overmixing to prevent air bubbles.
  4. Assemble and chill: Pour the filling into the prepared crust, smooth the surface with a spoon or offset spatula, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until set and firm.
  5. Serve: Slice the tart and optionally top with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of lemon zest before serving.

Notes

Use fresh lemons (avoid bottled lemon juice) to prevent bitterness., Press crust tightly and chill for a firmer base., Use a tart pan or springform pan with removable bottom for easy serving., Do not overmix filling to avoid air bubbles., Add toppings like fresh berries or whipped cream just before serving to maintain presentation., If crust is crumbly, add more melted butter or crush crackers more finely., Chill tart for minimum 6 hours or overnight for best results., Store tart refrigerated in airtight container; do not freeze as texture may be affected., For variations, swap graham cracker crust with other crusts (digestive biscuits, shortbread, Oreo), try lime or mixed citrus juice, add toppings like toasted coconut or raspberry coulis., To transport, keep tart chilled on ice or cooler.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://gingerbaking.com/no-bake-lemon-tart/