Key Lime Pie Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
Mix Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form an even crust.
Bake the Crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
Filling Preparation
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and egg yolks until smooth and well combined.
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the filling mixture into the cooled graham cracker crust and spread it evenly.
Bake the Pie
Bake the pie in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool to room temperature.
Chill
Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours or until set.
Topping Preparation
Whip Cream
In a medium bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Add Sugar and Lime Zest
Gradually add the powdered sugar and lime zest while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
Top the Pie
Spread the whipped cream mixture over the chilled pie, creating a decorative swirl if desired.