Lemon Snow Freeze Recipe

Step back in time with this vintage Lemon Snow Freeze Pie recipe! Directly from a 1960s ladies' home journal, this retro dessert is a delightful blend of creamy lemon filling and crunchy graham cracker crust. Imagine the elegant homemaker of that era, pearls sparkling as she whips up this cool and refreshing treat. Perfect for summer gatherings or a nostalgic afternoon, this recipe is sure to be a family favorite. Get ready to transport your taste buds back to a golden age of dessert-making!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 255 mins
Calories 2967.3 kcal
Protein 110g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Snow Freeze

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • Zest of 2 large lemons
  • Juice of 2 large lemons
  • 1 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut

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How to Make Lemon Snow Freeze

  1. Combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and ¼ cup melted butter.
  2. Press the mixture firmly onto the bottom and sides of a 9-inch lightly buttered pie pan.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat 3 large egg yolks until thick and pale yellow.
  4. Gradually whisk in 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk.
  5. Add the zest and juice of 2 large lemons gradually, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
  6. Stir in 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut.
  7. In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat 3 large egg whites until soft peaks form.
  8. Gradually add ½ cup granulated sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  9. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the lemon mixture.
  10. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.
  11. Sprinkle the top with the remaining ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut.
  12. Freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or until completely firm, before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

70 g

Sugar

1501g

Fat

401g

Carbs

142g

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