Description
Indulge in the refreshing tangy sweetness of Chin Chin Lime Pie. This easy-to-make dessert is a perfect treat for any occasion, especially during the summer months. The creamy lime filling paired with a buttery graham cracker crust is sure to impress your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Lime Filling:
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 4–5 limes)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
Whipped Cream Topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into a pie dish and bake.
- Mix the filling: Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lime juice, and lime zest until smooth. Pour into the crust and bake until set.
- Chill: Cool the pie, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- Prepare the topping: Whip cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Spread over the chilled pie.
Notes
- For extra zing, top with additional lime zest or graham cracker crumbs.
- This pie can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
