Key Lime Pie with Whipped Cream Recipe
Indulge in the tangy-sweet goodness of this Key Lime Pie topped with a dollop of airy whipped cream. A perfect dessert for any occasion, this pie is a refreshing treat that will have your taste buds singing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes (plus chilling)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 and 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
For the whipped cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a pie dish and bake.
- Make the filling: Whisk together egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and zest. Pour into the crust and bake.
- Chill: Cool the pie, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- Whip the cream: Beat cream, sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Assemble: Top the pie with whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- Regular lime juice can be used as a substitute for key limes.
- For a firmer whipped topping, chill the bowl and beaters before whipping.
- The pie can be made a day ahead for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
