Step 1

Make sure the cream cheese is softened at room temperature to prevent the pie from being lumpy.

Step 2

In a large bowl, place cream cheese, condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla. Mix until creamy and smooth.

Step 3

Spread the cream cheese mixture into the pie crust, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for several hours.

Step 4

Top the chilled pie with the chilled canned pie filling and return it to the refrigerator until completely chilled. Serve cold.