Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe River Oyster BarKey Lime Pie Recipe

Key Lime Pie Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves8

port poached blueberries

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Ingredients

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Crust

Filling

Port Poached Blueberries

Method

Crust

  1. 1

    Prepare the crust

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, melted butter, and salt until well combined.

  2. 2

    Form the crust

    Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.

Filling

  1. 3

    Make the filling

    In a large bowl, whisk together the key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and lime zest until smooth and well combined.

  2. 4

    Fill the crust

    Pour the filling into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly. Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until set. Remove from the oven and let it cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until chilled.

Topping

  1. 5

    Prepare the whipped topping

    In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar together until soft peaks form. Add lime zest and mix until just combined.

  2. 6

    Top the pie

    Spread the whipped cream topping over the chilled key lime pie before serving.

Port Poached Blueberries

  1. 7

    Prepare the poaching liquid

    In a medium saucepan, combine the port wine, granulated sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

  2. 8

    Poach the blueberries

    Add the blueberries to the saucepan and simmer gently for about 5-7 minutes, or until the blueberries are tender and have absorbed some of the port flavor. Remove from heat and let cool.

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