Name: Key Lime Pie
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 26 min
Total time: 51 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: Graham Cracker Crust; 2 cups graham cracker crumbs; ¼ cup sugar; 6 tablespoons butter, melted; Key Lime Pie Filling; 2 cans sweetened condensed milk (14-ounce each, organic preferred); ½ cup sour cream (full-fat or Greek yogurt); 2-3 Key limes, zested (Persian limes may be substituted); ¾ cup Key lime juice (approximately 30 Key limes, or 9 Persian limes); 2 large egg yolks; Whipping Cream; 8 oz heavy whipping cream; 1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2-4 tablespoons powdered sugar

Description

This Key Lime Pie isn’t just a dessert; it’s a vibrant celebration of flavor packed into every slice. The creamy, tangy filling made with real Key lime juice offers a refreshing contrast to the sweet, crumbly graham cracker crust, making it a perennial favorite.Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, this pie promises to deliver satisfaction with its perfect balance of tart and sweet. The optional whipped cream topping adds an extra layer of decadence, ensuring each bite is as luxurious as it is delightful.

Ingredients

Scale

Graham Cracker Crust
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup sugar
6 tablespoons butter, melted
Key Lime Pie Filling
2 cans sweetened condensed milk (14-ounce each, organic preferred)
½ cup sour cream (full-fat or Greek yogurt)
2–3 Key limes, zested (Persian limes may be substituted)
¾ cup Key lime juice (approximately 30 Key limes, or 9 Persian limes)
2 large egg yolks
Whipping Cream
8 oz heavy whipping cream
1–2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2–4 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

Graham Cracker Crust
Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
Melt butter and set aside. Finely crush graham crackers until evenly sized. Blend in sugar, then stir in melted butter until mixed. Reserve ¼ cup of mixture for topping if desired.
Press the mixture into a 9-inch deep dish pie pan. Bake for 6-8 minutes until just golden. Let cool completely.
Key Lime Filling
Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
Zest and juice the limes. Combine lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, egg yolks, and lime zest in a mixer. Mix at low speed until combined, then at medium-high for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
Pour into the cooled crust and bake for 15-20 minutes until set but slightly jiggly. Cool for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
Whipped Cream
Whip the cream in a chilled bowl until stiff peaks form. Mix in vanilla and powdered sugar until thick. Use a piping bag with a star tip for garnishing.
Garnish pie with whipped cream, lime zest, remaining graham cracker crumbs, and a lime slice.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 26 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 510