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Ingredients
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Key Lime Pie Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the crust
In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined and the mixture resembles wet sand.
- 2
Form the crust
Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.
- 3
Make the filling
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk until well combined. Gradually add key lime juice and continue to whisk until smooth.
- 4
Bake the pie
Pour the filling into the cooled crust and spread it evenly. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
- 5
Chill
Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours or until completely chilled.
- 6
Serve
Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with key lime zest before serving. Drizzle with caramel sauce for added sweetness.



