Texas Lime Pie
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly creamy, Texas Lime Pie is the ultimate dessert for citrus lovers. This refreshing twist on a classic lime pie boasts a perfectly buttery graham cracker crust paired with a luscious, tangy lime filling made from sweetened condensed milk, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a hint of zest. Its velvety texture is beautifully balanced with a cloud-like layer of whipped cream, lightly sweetened for the perfect topping. Ready in just under an hour (with a little chill time for perfection), this easy-to-make pie is a crowd-pleaser destined to shine at summer gatherings, family dinners, or any time you're craving a taste of the Lone Star State. Garnish with lime slices or extra zest for a pop of color and flavor that’s as inviting as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 0.75 cups lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 4 units egg yolks
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- optional lime slices or zest (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the crumb mixture evenly into a 9-inch pie pan, covering the bottom and sides to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, lime zest, and egg yolks until fully combined and smooth.
Pour the lime filling into the pre-baked crust, spreading it out evenly.
Bake the pie for 15 minutes, or until the filling is just set and slightly jiggles when the pan is gently shaken.
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.
In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer or whisk to whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the top of the chilled pie.
Garnish with lime slices or additional lime zest, if desired.
Slice and serve cold. Enjoy your Texas Lime Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3933 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 220.0 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.4 g | 622% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1299 mg | 433% | |
| Sodium | 1706 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 427.9 g | 156% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 316.2 g | ||
| Protein | 55.5 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1390 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2040 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.
