Lemon Cream Pie

Step 1

If you choose to make a graham cracker crust allow it to cool completely before making the filling

Step 2

In a stand up mixer with a wire whisk attachment start whipping the mascarpone cheese and powdered sugar until it is creamy

Step 3

Slowly add the cold whipping cream stopping to scrape down the sides when needed

Step 4

Keep mixing on high until firm peaks form

Step 5

Add the lemon juice , lemon zest and yellow food coloring . Mix it for a few minutes until everything is incorporated well and remove the bowl from the mixer

Step 6

Add a half can of condensed milk and fold in with a rubber spatula , mix until it is incorporated

Step 7

Poor filling into prepared and cooled graham cracker crust

Step 8

Cover and chill overnight or at least 8 hours.

Step 9

Once chilled prepare the whipped cream by beating the whipping cream, powdered sugar and vanilla with a wire whisk attachment until soft peaks form.

Step 10

Pipe or spread whipped cream around the edges of the pie

Step 11

Garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves