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2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)

3. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar

4. Press mixture firmly into pie dish

5. Bake crust for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden

6. Allow crust to cool slightly

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8. In a bowl whisk sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until smooth

9. Pour filling into prepared crust

10. Bake for 12–15 minutes until filling is mostly set with slight jiggle in center

11. Cool completely at room temperature

12. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing

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14. Optional:

15. Top with whipped cream, lemon zest, or lemon slices before serving

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