Key Lime Pie Recipe
A classic key lime pie topped with whipped cream.
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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
Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, melted butter, and salt. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove and let cool while you prepare the filling.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Whisk Egg Yolks
In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they are pale and thick.
- 6
Add Sweetened Condensed Milk
Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk to the whisked yolks, whisking continuously until well combined.
- 7
Incorporate Lime Juice and Zest
Add the key lime juice and lime zest to the mixture, and whisk until fully integrated.
- 8
Fill the Crust
Pour the filling into the cooled graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 9
Bake the Pie
Bake in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- 10
Cool the Pie
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
Topping Preparation
- 11
Whip the Cream
In a medium mixing bowl, add the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- 12
Beat Until Stiff Peaks Form
Using an electric mixer, beat the cream mixture on high speed until stiff peaks form.
- 13
Top the Pie
Spread the whipped cream over the chilled key lime pie using a spatula or pipe it on for a decorative touch.
- 14
Serve
Slice the pie and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious key lime pie!