Description
Delightful key lime pie brings zesty Florida flavors to dessert enthusiasts. Creamy custard nestled in graham cracker crust offers cool, tangy refreshment you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Pie Filling:
- 1 can (14 ounces / 396 grams) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
Garnish:
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the pie’s foundation.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter, creating a uniform mixture that will form the pie’s base.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish, ensuring an even layer across the bottom and sides.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes until lightly golden, then remove and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- Whisk egg yolks until they transform into a pale, creamy consistency, creating a smooth base for the filling.
- Slowly incorporate condensed milk into the egg yolks, stirring continuously to maintain a silky texture.
- Add fresh lime juice and zest to the mixture, blending until all ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
- Pour the vibrant lime filling into the cooled crust, spreading evenly to the edges.
- Return the pie to the oven and bake for 15 minutes, allowing the filling to set and develop a subtle golden hue.
- Remove from oven and let the pie cool completely at room temperature.
- Refrigerate the pie for 2 hours to achieve a firm, sliceable consistency.
- Just before serving, crown the chilled pie with delicate peaks of whipped cream for a classic finishing touch.
Notes
- Use fresh key limes for the most vibrant, authentic flavor that will make your pie taste incredibly zesty and bright.
- For a gluten-free version, swap traditional graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Chill the pie thoroughly to achieve a perfect, silky-smooth texture that will hold its shape when sliced and served.
- If key limes are unavailable, regular lime juice works wonderfully, though the flavor will be slightly less intense and traditional.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg