Jul 17 2026

Key Lime Pie Recipe

Time1h
Serves8

Graham cracker crust, key lime custard and whipped cream

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crust

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool.

  2. 2

    Make the Filling

    In a large bowl, whisk together the key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks until smooth and well blended. Pour the filling into the cooled crust.

  3. 3

    Bake the Pie

    Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours until set.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Whipped Cream

    In a medium bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie.

  5. 5

    Garnish and Serve

    Sprinkle lime zest over the top of the whipped cream for garnish. Slice and serve chilled.

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