Key Lime Pie Recipe
Graham cracker crust topped with key lime curd and whipped cream
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Ingredients
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Crust
Key Lime Curd
Whipped Cream
Method
Crust
- 1
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix the Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Make sure it's even.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Key Lime Curd
- 5
- 6
Add Lime Juice and Zest
Stir in the key lime juice and zest until fully combined.
- 7
Cook the Curd
Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens, about 6-8 minutes. Be careful not to let it boil.
- 8
Add Butter
Remove from heat and stir in the cubed butter until melted and fully incorporated.
- 9
Fill the Crust
Pour the key lime curd into the cooled graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly.
- 10
Chill
Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until set.
Whipped Cream
- 11
Whip the Cream
In a mixing bowl, pour the heavy whipping cream. Using a hand mixer, whip on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- 12
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Continue to whip until stiff peaks form.
- 13
Top the Pie
Once the pie is set, spread the whipped cream over the top of the key lime curd.
- 14
Serve
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your Key Lime Pie!
