Key Lime Pie Recipe
Real Key lime juice, Grahma cracker crust
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Ingredients
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For the Graham Cracker Crust
For the Key Lime Filling
For Topping (optional)
Method
For the Graham Cracker Crust
- 1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- 2
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Use a measuring cup or your fingers to ensure it is evenly packed.
- 3
Bake the Crust
Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
For the Key Lime Filling
- 4
Mix the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks until smooth. Gradually add the key lime juice and lime zest, whisking until fully combined.
- 5
Fill the Crust
Pour the filling mixture into the cooled graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly.
- 6
Bake the Pie
Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- 7
Cool the Pie
Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set completely.
For Topping (optional)
- 8
Prepare the Topping
Before serving, spread whipped cream over the top of the pie. Decorate with lime slices if desired.
- 9
Serve
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious Key Lime Pie!
