Description
Experience a slice of paradise with this refreshing Key Lime Pie, featuring a creamy, tangy filling nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for any occasion, this delightful dessert combines the zest of fresh key limes with the sweetness of condensed milk, creating a harmonious flavor that will impress family and friends alike. Easy to make and visually stunning, it’s sure to become a favorite at your gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- ½ cup freshly squeezed key lime juice (about 20 key limes)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until blended. Press mixture into the bottom and sides of a pie pan.
- In another bowl, whisk egg yolks until pale. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk and whisk until combined. Stir in key lime juice until smooth.
- Pour filling into the crust and spread evenly. Bake for about 15 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool at room temperature for an hour before refrigerating for at least two hours to set completely.
- Serve chilled with whipped cream and lime zest if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg