The Best Key Lime Pie
Indulge in a slice of sunshine with *The Best Key Lime Pie*, a tangy, creamy dessert that will transport your taste buds straight to the tropics. This classic recipe starts with a buttery graham cracker crust, perfectly baked to golden perfection for the ideal crunchy base. The lush filling combines the vibrant zest and juice of key limes with sweetened condensed milk and silky egg yolks, creating a rich custard that’s baked until just set. Topped with a generous dollop of fluffy whipped cream and garnished with fresh lime slices, this pie is as stunning as it is delicious. With only 15 minutes of prep time and under an hour from start to finish, this irresistible dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or simply a sweet treat for yourself. Get ready to enjoy the refreshing zing of the ultimate homemade Key Lime Pie!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 0.75 cup key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 cup whipped cream, for topping
- 1 optional lime slices, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
Press the graham cracker 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 lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow the crust to cool slightly while you prepare the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, lime zest, and egg yolks until smooth and fully combined.
Pour the filling into the slightly cooled crust, spreading 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 completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight for best results.
Before serving, top the chilled pie with whipped cream and garnish with lime slices, if desired.
Slice and enjoy your homemade Key Lime Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3894 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 218.8 g | 281% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.7 g | 658% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1217 mg | 406% | |
| Sodium | 1707 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 428.5 g | 156% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 317.2 g | ||
| Protein | 60.3 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1532 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2224 mg | 47% | |
*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.
