Step 1

In a large mixing bowl combine softened cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk with an electric hand mixer until there are no lumps.

Step 2

The better quality cream cheese the easier it is to have no lumps. Takes about 3 minutes on medium speed.

Step 3

Fold in vanilla and lemon juice gently with a spoon. The mixture will be thin and then thicken up quickly from lemon juice.

Step 4

Scoop mixture into graham cracker crust. Spread evenly.

Step 5

Place in fridge for at least 4 hours; overnight is best.

Step 6

Carefully, spread chilled pie filling over cream cheese mixture. Cut and enjoy.