Key Lime Tart Recipe
key lime cream cheese custard. crispy meringue. graham cracker tart shell.
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Ingredients
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Tart Shell
Method
Tart Preparation
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Make the Tart Shell
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and salt. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool.
- 2
Prepare the Key Lime Custard
In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk and mix until well combined. Add key lime juice and lime zest, mixing until smooth and creamy. Pour the mixture into the cooled tart shell and spread evenly.
- 3
Bake the Tart
Bake the tart in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, just until set. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
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Toast the Meringue
Use a kitchen torch to toast the meringue until golden brown. If you don't have a torch, you can place the tart under a broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
