This no-bake frozen yogurt pie is made with lighter ingredients to give it a fresh, light taste, making it a perfect summer dessert!
There’s nothing like watching the Olympic trials to make me feel like I’ve accomplished absolutely nothing all day.
Or in life.
Well, accomplishing nothing strenuous that is.
These people train for years, day in and day out, in hopes of making the Olympic team. I was watching the Track and Field trials the other day and these men and women were hopping over hurdles and jumping into puddles (who knew steeplechase was even a thing?!) and breaking World Records, and I’m over here walking in public with cookie dough in my hair.
Obviously, I’m doing very well for myself.
Apart from clearly needing to check a mirror post a baking frenzy, and not being able to qualify for the olympics in even my wildest of dreams, one skill I do possess well is being able to make a mean no-bake pie.
This pie is more affectionately known as “lazy pie,” because it’s ridiculously easy to make. While some might attribute my pie making success to the ease of this pie, I like to think the two are not necessarily related. 😉
In all seriousness though, this pie is super easy, on the lighter side, and being no-bake, a really refreshing pie for the hot, hot summer season.
I’d definitely eat this in the dead of winter, but it’s a great summer pie.
The ingredient list:
1. Yogurt (Greek or Regular)
2. Light Whipped Topping
3. Key Lime Juice & Zest
4. Graham Cracker Crumbs
5. Canola Oil
It’s impossible to mess this pie up–trust me.
Since it’s lighter, you can have 3 slices. It’s a proven fact. Right…
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs crushed
- 4 Tbsp canola oil
- 12 oz vanilla yogurt greek or regular
- 8 oz Light Cool Whip
- 2 Tbsp Key Lime Zest
- 1/4 cup Key Lime Juice
- In a bowl, combine canola oil and graham cracker crumbs together. Press into a 9" pie plate (because of there being less oil in the crust, it will be more crumbly than a traditional graham cracker crust made with butter). Set aside.
- Mix yogurt, key lime juice, 1 Tbsp key lime zest, and cool whip together. Spread over crust. Sprinkle remaining Tbsp of zest over the top of the pie.
- Freeze for 5-6 hours, or until firm.
- Enjoy!
- Keep leftovers in the freezer.
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Amy Stafford says
I have been enjoying the olympic trials too. It is amazing to watch all the athletes dedication to their sport. Loving this pie, perfect for summer.
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
I totally know what you mean! I’ve been watching the trials too, and it makes me feel so lazy since I am just sitting on the couch, watching all of their hard work, while eating a snack lol. This yogurt pie is such a great idea, Michelle! I love that it’s no bake and filled with key lime goodness. So perfect for the summer!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says
I love this lighter version of a classic. And I can’t wait for the Olympics!
Amanda | The Chunky Chef says
Such a great lightened up version of one of my favorite pies!
Krista says
Since this is a lighter version I think I will have two pieces!
Beth says
So if I have a piece of this lighter pie… I’ll still have room for say.. a piece of french silk pie?! lol 😉
Jenn @ Peas and Crayons says
The yogurt in this is brilliant!
Janet says
Can I Just use butter instead of canola oil in the crust? The butter should be melted, right? Thank you!
Michelle says
Hi Janet, you can use butter! And yes, it should be melted. 🙂