Jul 14 2026

Key Lime Pie Recipe

Time2h
Serves8

If you find a key in this, ask for Jake in the kitchen. He 'misplaced' the key to our Jeep.

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Ingredients

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Topping

Method

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crust

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Form the Crust

    Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool.

  3. 3

    Make the Filling

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and egg yolks until smooth and well combined.

  4. 4

    Bake the Filling

    Pour the filling into the cooled crust and spread evenly. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature.

  5. 5

    Chill the Pie

    Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours or until set.

  6. 6

    Prepare the Topping

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

  7. 7

    Serve

    Garnish with lime zest before serving. Enjoy your Key Lime Pie!

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