Delicious Key Lime Pie
Bright, tangy, and irresistibly creamy, this Delicious Key Lime Pie is the ultimate dessert for citrus lovers. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust that’s perfectly crisp, the pie is filled with a luscious blend of sweetened condensed milk, freshly squeezed key lime juice, and vibrant lime zest. The silky filling is baked to perfection and then chilled for a refreshing finish. Topped with a cloud of homemade whipped cream and garnished with lime zest or slices, this crowd-pleaser dessert pairs bold citrus flavor with a delightful balance of sweet and tart. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make tropical treat serves up to eight and will have everyone coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 0.75 cups key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 3 pieces large egg yolks
- 1 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture is evenly moistened.
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool completely on a wire rack.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, key lime zest, and egg yolks until smooth and well combined.
Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust and spread it evenly.
Bake the pie at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until fully chilled.
To make the whipped cream topping, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until soft peaks form.
Spread or pipe the whipped cream onto the chilled pie, as desired.
Garnish with additional lime zest, lime slices, or graham cracker crumbs for decoration.
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious Key Lime Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 215.3 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.8 g | 614% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1113 mg | 371% | |
| Sodium | 1699 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 437.9 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 328.4 g | ||
| Protein | 52.7 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 1327 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2031 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.
