Description
Key lime pie brings zesty sunshine from Florida’s tropical shores to your dessert table. Creamy, tangy filling nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust promises refreshing delight you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Garnish Ingredients:
- Whipped cream for topping
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) for preparing the graham cracker foundation.
- Combine crushed graham crackers with sugar and melted butter, firmly pressing the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish to create an even, compact base.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes until lightly golden, then allow it to cool completely at room temperature.
- Whisk condensed milk, freshly squeezed key lime juice, fragrant lime zest, and rich egg yolks in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-integrated.
- Gently pour the vibrant lime filling over the cooled crust, ensuring an even distribution.
- Return the pie to the oven and bake for 15 minutes, watching for a slight set and subtle firmness in the filling.
- Remove from the oven and let the pie cool entirely at room temperature.
- Refrigerate the pie for a minimum of 2 hours to allow the filling to fully set and develop its signature tangy flavor.
- Before serving, crown the chilled pie with billowy whipped cream and sprinkle additional lime zest for a bright, elegant garnish.
Notes
- Choose fresh key limes for the most vibrant, authentic flavor compared to regular limes.
- Crush graham crackers finely to ensure a smooth, compact crust that holds together perfectly.
- Use room temperature eggs to help create a silky, consistent filling without lumps.
- Consider making the pie a day ahead, as the flavors intensify and become more balanced after chilling overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 362
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg