Key Lime Pie Recipe
graham cracker crust. tart key lime custard. topped with whipped cream
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated with butter.
- 2
Form the crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until the crust is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Filling
- 3
Mix the filling
In a medium bowl, whisk together the key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks until smooth and well combined.
- 4
Fill the crust
Pour the key lime filling into the cooled graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly. Bake for an additional 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until set.
Topping
- 5
Prepare the whipped cream
In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer, whip on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
- 6
Top the pie
Once the pie is set, spread the whipped cream evenly over the top of the key lime filling. Optionally, garnish with lime slices or lime zest.