Julie Clark
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No Bake Pink Lemonade Pie Bars (Creamy, Tangy and Easy to Slice Clean)
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If you want a no bake dessert that actually holds its shape when you slice it, these pink lemonade pie bars are it. They are creamy, sweet and tangy, and made with just a handful of simple ingredients. The filling sets up firm enough for clean slices, whether you serve it as a pie or cut it into bars.
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Reader Tootsie says, “One of the very best pies I ever ate, and so simple and easy to make.”
You’ll also love our creamy lime pie and strawberry lemonade cake. And try our frozen lemonade or peach lemonade.
What is Pink Lemonade Pie?
Pink lemonade pie is a no bake dessert made with:
- sweetened condensed milk
- pink lemonade concentrate
- cream cheese or whipped topping
The lemon juice in the concentrate reacts with the dairy, helping the filling thicken as it chills. That’s what gives it that smooth, sliceable texture without baking.
Why This Recipe Works (And Others Don’t Always)
This version is designed to set up firm, not soft or mousse-like.
- Cream cheese gives structure so it slices clean
- Condensed milk adds sweetness and body
- Pink lemonade concentrate adds flavor and helps thicken
- Folded whipped topping keeps it light without breaking the structure
The balance here matters. Too much liquid or overmixing can make it loose.
How to Make Pink Lemonade Pie Bars
Step 1: Line an 8×8″ baking pan with parchment paper. Crush the Oreos and mix with butter, then press into the pan.
Step 2: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in condensed milk and pink lemonade concentrate.
Step 3: Fold in whipped topping gently.
Step 4: Spread over the crust and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
Make it more pink
If you want your Pink Lemonade Pie Bars to be a brighter pink, add in a few drops of red food coloring.
How to Make Sure It Sets Properly
If you’ve ever had a no bake pie that didn’t firm up, here’s what to watch:
- Use softened cream cheese, not cold or melted
- Don’t overmix after adding whipped topping
- Chill long enough. Four hours is the minimum
- Keep ingredients cold once mixed
If it still feels soft, give it another hour in the fridge or pop it in the freezer for 30 minutes before slicing.
Easy Variations
- Use something different for the crust. Try a graham cracker crust, pretzels, shortbread crust or even an oatmeal crust.
- Use light cream cheese and fat free Cool Whip to cut calories. This will make the texture softer.
- Try limeade instead of pink lemonade for the pie filling. Even orange juice concentrate would work.
- Prepare the recipe in a pie plate instead of a square pan and serve in pie slices.
- Add strawberries to the top for a strawberry lemonade pie. You could even add in a little of our homemade strawberry sauce.
- Love fresh lemons? Add lemon zest to the filling for fresh lemon flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you make this as a pie instead of bars?
Yes. Press the crust into a 9-inch pie plate instead of a square pan and follow the same steps.
This recipe works both ways, so you can choose based on how you want to serve it.
How do you store pink lemonade pie bars?
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days
Freeze for up to 2 months
For cleaner slices, freeze for 20 to 30 minutes before cutting
When is best to serve pink lemonade pie bars?
This is one of those desserts that works anytime you need something easy and refreshing:
Summer cookouts
Easter dessert table
Baby showers
Weeknight treat when you don’t want to bake
It pairs well with lighter meals like grilled chicken tenders or an easy pasta salad.
Next, try our chocolate covered cherry muffins or this strawberry graham cracker icebox cake or ice cream in a bag.
Pink Lemonade Pie Squares
You'll fall head over heels for this pink lemonade dessert! No bake Pink Lemonade Pie Squares with golden Oreo crust, cool, light and refreshing for hot summer days.
Servings 12
Prep Time 20 minutes
Freeze Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 22 Golden Oreos
- 1/4 cup salted butter very soft
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk 1 can of Eagle brand
- 6 ounces frozen pink lemonade concentrate thawed
- red food coloring (optional)
- 8 ounces Cool Whip whipped topping thawed
Instructions
- Line an 8×8" baking pan with parchment paper.
- Place the Oreos in a food processor and pulse until they are crushed. 22 Golden Oreos
- In a small bowl, mix together the crushed Oreos and butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. ¼ cup salted butter
- In the bowl of a stand mixer or using an electric mixer with a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese on low speed for 1-2 minutes until it is fluffy and smooth. Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and pink lemonade concentrate. If desired, add in a drop or two of red food coloring for more pink color. Mix well. 8 ounces cream cheese, 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk, 6 ounces frozen pink lemonade concentrate
- Fold in the Cool Whip. 8 ounces Cool Whip whipped topping
- Pour mixture over the cookie crust and smooth it evenly. Refrigerate for 4 hours, or until set.
- Cut into squares and serve. Garnish with whipped cream and lemon slices or Golden Oreos.
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Notes
Don’t want to make pie bars? Fill a deep dish 9-inch pie crust with this filling.
The calories shown are based on the bars being cut into 12 pieces, with 1 serving being 1 piece. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**
Nutrition
Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 232mg | Potassium: 198mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 474IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 134mg | Iron: 1mg
Would these maintain their shape if I cut them with a cookie cutter instead of into squares? And would they melt of left out for too long? I’m hoping to make these for a themed office party 🙂
Does it have to be frozen juice thawed out or can it be any juice?
One of the very best pies I ever ate, and so simple and easy to make.
can you use graham cracker crumbs for the crust
This just says one can of condensed milk but there are several size cans. Any ideas on how many oz I need? Thanks!
Excited to try this! Going to make it gluten free…going with gluten free cookies for the crust…will report back!
I made these and they were excellent. I chilled the crust in the fridge for an hour as well as the filling (before adding the CoolWhip). After letting the two set, I added the CoolWhip, assembled and then refrigerated for 3 hours. They were devoured. Thanks!
Marcie, this was one of our first icebox pies, too! It was so easy, though. Great for these hot days!
Oh wow. Oh wow. That looks so good!
What can I use instead of the concentrated lemonade?.and is cool whip cream?
this looks so yummy!