Key Lime Pie Recipe
Indulge in our luscious Key Lime Pie, a tropical delight crafted with a tangy, creamy filling made from freshly squeezed key limes, nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. Topped with a dollop of fluffy whipped cream and a hint of lime zest, this dessert is the perfect balance of sweet and tart, transporting your taste buds to a sun-soaked paradise with every bite.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Method
Filling
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool.
- 2
Make the filling
In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and key lime juice until smooth. Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
- 3
Bake the pie
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set.
- 4
Serve
Once chilled, slice the pie and serve with whipped cream on top if desired.
