Key Lime Pie Recipe
Authentic Florida Key lime pie with graham cracker crust and whipped cream.
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Ingredients
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Graham Cracker Crust
Key Lime Filling
Whipped Cream Topping
Method
Graham Cracker Crust
Prepare the crust mixture
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, melted butter, and salt. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
Key Lime Filling
Mix the filling
In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks until smooth. Stir in the Key lime juice and zest until well combined.
Fill and bake the pie
Pour the filling into the cooled graham cracker crust. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Remove from oven and let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
Whipped Cream Topping
Prepare the whipped cream
In a chilled mixing bowl, combine heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 2–3 minutes.
Top the pie
Just before serving, spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie. Garnish with additional lime zest or lime slices if desired.
