Key Lime Pie Recipe
Make Key Lime Pie Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and egg yolks until smooth and well combined.
- 6
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the filling mixture into the cooled graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly.
- 7
Bake the Pie
Bake the pie in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
Topping Preparation
- 8
Whip the Cream
In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form.
- 9
Add Sugar and Zest
Add the powdered sugar and lime zest to the whipped cream and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
- 10
Top the Pie
Spread the whipped cream topping over the cooled key lime pie. You can also pipe it for a decorative finish.
Chilling and Serving
- 11
Chill the Pie
Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to allow it to set properly.
- 12
Serve
Slice the pie and serve chilled. Enjoy your refreshing key lime pie!
