Key Lime Pie Recipe
Indulge in our zesty Key Lime Pie, a perfect balance of creamy tartness and sweet nostalgia. This delightful dessert features a buttery graham cracker crust, filled with a luscious blend of fresh key lime juice and velvety custard, topped with a dollop of fluffy whipped cream. Each bite transports you to a sun-soaked paradise, making it the ideal sweet treat to end your meal on a refreshing note.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Key Lime Pie
Method
Instructions for Key Lime Pie
- 1
Prepare the crust
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.
- 2
Make the filling
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and remaining 1/4 cup sugar until smooth. Add the sweetened condensed milk, fresh key lime juice, and lime zest. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Combine and bake
Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- 4
Serve
Once chilled, top with whipped cream and garnish with lime slices. Slice and serve chilled.
