Key Lime Pie
A delightful Key Lime Pie that encapsulates the flavors of summer with its tangy lime filling and buttery graham cracker crust.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 220
- 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 unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
- 1 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a pie pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until lightly browned. Keep an eye on it; the perfect crust is golden, not burnt.
- Whisk together egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the baked crust and spread it evenly.
- Bake for an additional 15 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.
- Top with whipped cream or sour cream, if desired, and slice to serve.
Notes
For a stronger lime flavor, use freshly squeezed key lime juice. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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