Description
Indulge in the tangy sweetness of this classic Key Lime Pie. A buttery graham cracker crust filled with a luscious key lime filling, topped with billowy whipped cream – a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling:
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
Whipped Cream Topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into pie dish and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Make the Filling: Whisk egg yolks and condensed milk. Add lime juice and zest. Pour into crust and bake for 15 minutes.
- Chill and Serve: Cool pie, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Whip cream with sugar and vanilla. Top pie with whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- For optimal taste, use fresh key lime juice.
- Garnish with lime zest or slices for a decorative touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
