Key Lime Pie Recipe
Tart, tasty and totally irresistible! Our house-made pie is the perfect mix of creamy and zingy. all tucked into a graham cracker crust and topped with a swirl of whipped cream.
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Ingredients
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Graham Cracker Crust
Key Lime Filling
Whipped Cream Topping
Method
Graham Cracker Crust
- 1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
- 2
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Key Lime Filling
- 3
Mix the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and key lime juice until well combined. Add the egg yolks and whisk until smooth and creamy.
- 4
Bake the Filling
Pour the key lime filling into the cooled graham cracker crust. Bake in the oven for an additional 15 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Remove from the oven and let cool completely at room temperature.
- 5
Chill the Pie
Once cooled, refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours, or overnight for best results.
Whipped Cream Topping
- 6
Prepare the Whipped Cream
In a mixing bowl, add heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
- 7
Top the Pie
Once the pie is chilled, spread or pipe the whipped cream on top of the key lime filling. Optionally, garnish with lime zest or a few slices of lime.
