Classic Key Lime Pie
A refreshing and creamy Key Lime Pie that captures the essence of summer with its perfect balance of tartness and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 230 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup fresh key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 cup heavy cream (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for topping)
- Lime wedges or slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Create the crust by combining graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Press into a pie dish and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Whisk together the granulated sugar and egg yolks until smooth.
- Stir in the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest until fully combined.
- Pour the lime filling into the cooled crust and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the pie and garnish with lime wedges or slices. Serve cold.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free graham crackers for the crust. Allow the pie to chill thoroughly for best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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