Key Lime Pie Recipe
Make Key Lime Pie Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust
- 1
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form an even crust.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
Filling
- 5
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and egg yolks until smooth and well combined.
- 6
Fill the Crust
Pour the filling mixture into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
- 7
Bake the Pie
Bake in the oven for an additional 15 minutes until the filling is set. Remove from oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- 8
Chill
Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours, or until well chilled.
Topping
- 9
Whip the Cream
In a medium bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the heavy whipping cream on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- 10
Add Sugar and Lime Zest
Gradually add the powdered sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the lime zest.
- 11
Top the Pie
Spread the whipped cream mixture over the chilled key lime pie evenly.
