Description
Creamy Key Lime Pie delights with zesty Florida citrus and a graham cracker crust that whispers tropical paradise. Silky filling and tangy lime notes promise sweet comfort with each refreshing slice.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup (75 milliliters) melted butter
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) sugar
Filling:
- 1 can (14 ounces / 400 grams) sweetened condensed milk
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) fresh key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
Topping:
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Craft a delicate graham cracker foundation by combining crumbs with melted butter and sugar, pressing firmly into a 9-inch pie dish. Toast at 350F for 8-10 minutes until edges turn golden, then allow to cool completely.
- Create a vibrant filling by whisking egg yolks with fragrant lime zest until the mixture becomes pale and slightly thickened. Gradually incorporate condensed milk, stirring constantly to maintain a silky texture.
- Gently fold fresh lime juice into the creamy mixture, ensuring a smooth and well-integrated consistency that promises tangy brightness.
- Transfer the velvety filling into the prepared crust, spreading evenly to prevent air pockets. Bake for 15 minutes, watching for a subtle set and slight wobble in the center.
- Remove from oven and let the pie rest at room temperature, allowing it to settle and develop its signature creamy texture. Refrigerate for minimum 2 hours to achieve perfect slicing consistency.
- Just before serving, crown the chilled pie with billowy whipped cream, creating elegant peaks and swirls across the surface.
- Enhance the presentation by sprinkling delicate lime zest over the cream, adding a pop of color and intensifying the citrus profile.
Notes
- Ensure graham crackers are finely crushed for a smooth, compact crust that holds together perfectly when sliced.
- Use fresh lime juice and zest for the most vibrant, tangy flavor – bottled juice can’t compare to the bright, authentic taste of freshly squeezed limes.
- Chill the pie thoroughly to achieve the ideal creamy texture that sets beautifully and slices cleanly without falling apart.
- For a gluten-free version, swap graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies to make the recipe accessible to more dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg