Jul 14 2026

Key Lime Pie Recipe

Time2h
Serves8

toasted coconut, fresh mint, sweet cream, shaved chocolate, butter graham cracker crust

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Ingredients

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Pie Crust and Filling

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Pie Crust

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup of sugar. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly browned. Let cool.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Filling

    In another bowl, whisk together egg yolks and the remaining sugar until smooth. Gradually add the key lime juice and sweetened condensed milk, whisking until fully combined.

  3. 3

    Bake the Filling

    Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours to chill.

  4. 4

    Make the Sweet Cream Topping

    In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Pie

    Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie. Top with toasted coconut flakes, fresh mint leaves, and shaved chocolate.

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