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For the Crust:
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Add the graham crackers to the food processor and process until they are crumbs.
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Add in the butter and brown sugar and process those until all ingredients are mixed in and there are no butter chunks.
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Pour the crust mixture into the pan and press down to form the bottom and side of the pan. Store in the freezer until the filling is ready.
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For the Filling:
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Whip the sweetened condensed milk in a medium to large bowl with the hand mixer (or use your stand mixer) for about 5 minutes, or until it gets lighter in color, almost to the point it makes peaks.
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Add the cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla and mix well with the hand (or stand) mixer.
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Fold in the thawed cool whip until everything is well combined.
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Pour the filling on top of the prepared crust and smooth out the top.
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Allow to set in the fridge for, at a minimum, 12 hours.
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For the topping:
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Once set, and firm enough to cut through without it falling, add your desired topping (such as whipped cream and strawberries), slice and enjoy!