Key Lime Pie: A Tangy, Sweet Slice of Sunshine

Key Lime Pie: A Tangy, Sweet Slice of Sunshine
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With its crisp graham cracker crust, creamy citrus filling, and airy whipped topping, Key Lime Pie is a beloved American classic. It’s the perfect dessert for warm weather or any time you crave something refreshing and indulgent. Best of all, it’s surprisingly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients!


Key Lime Pie: A Tangy, Sweet Slice of Sunshine

🥄 Ingredients (Serves 8)

For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
  • 1 tsp lime zest (optional for extra zing)

For the Topping:

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

🔥 Instructions

Make the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into a 9-inch pie pan and bake for 8–10 minutes. Let cool slightly.

Mix the Filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and zest until smooth and creamy.

Bake the Pie: Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Bake for 15 minutes, just until the filling is set. Let cool to room temperature, then chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours.

Whip the Cream: Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe onto chilled pie before serving.

Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with extra lime zest, lime slices, or a twist of lime peel for presentation.


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💡 Tip: Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream—it’ll hold shape better and give a smoother finish. Store leftover pie covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.


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