Jul 14 2026
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Deep Fried Key Lime Pie With Ice Cream Recipe

Time2h
Serves4

Make Deep Fried Key Lime Pie With Ice Cream Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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For the Key Lime Pie Filling

For the Deep Frying

For Serving

Method

For the Key Lime Pie Filling

  1. 1

    Prepare the Filling

    In a mixing bowl, combine the key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Crust

    In a separate bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly combined. Press this mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish to form a crust.

  3. 3

    Bake the Pie

    Pour the key lime filling into the prepared graham cracker crust. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes until the filling is set. Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully chilled.

For the Deep Frying

  1. 4

    Make the Batter

    In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add ice water until the batter is smooth and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.

  2. 5

    Prepare the Oil

    In a deep pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  3. 6

    Fry the Pie

    Cut the chilled key lime pie into wedges. Dip each wedge into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully place each battered wedge into the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

For Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Pie

    Plate the deep-fried key lime pie wedges. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side, top with whipped cream, and sprinkle lime zest over the top for garnish.

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