Delray Key Lime Pie
Indulge in the zesty, tropical flavors of Delray Key Lime Pie, a timeless dessert that captures the essence of sunny Florida in every bite. This delectable pie features a buttery graham cracker crust that’s perfectly crisp and golden, paired with a velvety filling made from tangy Key lime juice, rich sweetened condensed milk, and fresh lime zest. Topped with a cloud of homemade whipped cream delicately sweetened with powdered sugar and vanilla, this dessert is as refreshing as it is indulgent. With a quick 20-minute prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe is the ultimate combination of convenience and elegance, perfect for dinner parties or a summer treat. Serve it chilled for a creamy, citrusy escape that’s as irresistible as a coastal breeze!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 0.33 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 4 egg yolks
- 0.5 cups Key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Key lime zest
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Pour in the melted butter and mix until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Pour the graham cracker mixture into a 9-inch pie pan. Use the back of a spoon or your hands to press the mixture firmly and evenly onto the bottom and up the sides to form a crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks until smooth. Gradually add the Key lime juice and Key lime zest, mixing thoroughly.
Pour the lime filling into the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly.
Bake the pie in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
To make the whipped cream topping, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
Once the pie is chilled, spread or pipe the whipped cream on top of the pie as desired. Garnish with additional lime zest or thinly sliced lime pieces, if desired.
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your refreshing Delray Key Lime Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3913 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 214.0 g | 274% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.8 g | 604% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1283 mg | 428% | |
| Sodium | 1705 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 433.1 g | 157% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 327.4 g | ||
| Protein | 55.1 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1342 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1976 mg | 42% | |
*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.
