Description
Indulge in the tangy and sweet flavors of this classic Key Lime Pie recipe. With a buttery graham cracker crust, a zesty key lime filling, and a dollop of whipped cream on top, this dessert is a refreshing treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
Key Lime Filling:
- 3/4 cup key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 egg yolks
Whipped Cream Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into a pie dish and bake for 10 minutes.
- Make the Key Lime Filling: In another bowl, combine key lime juice, key lime zest, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks. Pour the mixture into the baked crust.
- Bake and Chill: Bake the pie for 15 minutes, then let it cool. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Whip the Cream: Before serving, whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over the chilled pie.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the pie, serve chilled, and savor the refreshing flavors of Key Lime Pie!
Notes
- For an extra tangy flavor, use fresh key limes if available.
- This pie tastes best when chilled for several hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 105mg