Key Lime Pie
A refreshing Key Lime Pie with a tangy-sweet filling and a crunchy graham cracker crust, perfect for summer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 220 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish.
- Bake the crust for about 8-10 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- Whisk together the egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust, spreading evenly.
- Bake for an additional 15 minutes until slightly puffed with a jiggle in the center.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 3 hours.
- Serve each slice topped with whipped cream.
Notes
Use fresh key lime juice for the best flavor. Cooling time is essential for the perfect texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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