Key Lime Pie
A classic Key Lime Pie that combines the tangy brightness of key limes with a buttery graham cracker crust and a light, fluffy topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Lime slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Mix until well combined, then press into a 9-inch pie pan.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden. Remove and let it cool.
- Whisk the egg yolks until thick and pale. Gradually whisk in the sweetened condensed milk, then add the key lime juice and lime zest.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake for another 15 minutes. Remove and let it cool completely.
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Spread or pipe the whipped cream on top of the cooled pie. Garnish with lime slices and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Serve with fresh berries or vanilla ice cream for an enhanced experience. Best enjoyed fresh for the first two days for optimal crust texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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