Caribbean Key Lime Pie
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this Caribbean Key Lime Pie, a refreshingly zesty dessert that’s as vibrant as it is indulgent. This recipe features a buttery, golden graham cracker crust that perfectly complements the silky, tart filling made with creamy sweetened condensed milk, aromatic key lime juice, and a hint of zest for an extra burst of citrus flavor. Baked to perfection and chilled for a dreamy texture, this pie is topped with a cloud of freshly whipped cream lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and vanilla. Perfect for warm weather gatherings or anytime you crave a slice of paradise, this easy-to-make dessert is sure to impress. Garnish with lime zest or slices for a dazzling, tropical presentation. Whether for a dinner party or a relaxing evening in, this Caribbean Key Lime Pie is the ultimate citrusy treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams graham cracker crumbs
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 85 grams unsalted butter, melted
- 400 grams sweetened condensed milk
- 120 milliliters key lime juice
- 2 teaspoons key lime zest
- 4 large egg yolks
- 240 milliliters whipping cream
- 15 grams powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until slightly golden, then let it cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, key lime zest, and egg yolks until smooth and well combined.
Pour the key lime filling into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake the pie at 175°C (350°F) for 10-12 minutes, just until the filling is set (it should still have a slight jiggle in the center).
Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Just before serving, prepare the whipped cream by beating the whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together in a cold mixing bowl until stiff peaks form.
Top the chilled key lime pie with dollops of whipped cream or pipe it decoratively around the edges as desired.
Garnish with additional lime zest or thin lime slices for a tropical flourish.
Slice and serve your Caribbean Key Lime Pie chilled for the perfect zesty treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 221.9 g | 284% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.0 g | 625% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1300 mg | 433% | |
| Sodium | 1830 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 451.0 g | 164% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 334.4 g | ||
| Protein | 56.7 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1364 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2026 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
