Description

Easy Key Lime Pie is a classic, tangy dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, creamy filling made with fresh key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks. Baked to perfection and chilled for a refreshing finish, it’s topped with whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence. Perfect for any occasion, this pie delivers a bright citrus flavor with a luscious texture.

Ingredients

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Crust

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Filling

4 large egg yolks
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
½ cup freshly squeezed key lime juice

Topping

Whipped cream for topping
Lime zest for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the crust and filling.
Prepare Crust: Mix the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until fully combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish to form the crust.
Bake Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until it becomes golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
Mix Filling: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they are light and fluffy. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk and freshly squeezed key lime juice, whisking continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Bake Filling: Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center, ensuring a creamy texture once chilled.
Cool and Chill: Allow the pie to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate it for at least 3 hours to set fully and enhance the flavors.
Serve: Before serving, top the pie with whipped cream and optional lime zest for a decorative and flavorful finish.

Notes

Ensure the crust is completely cooled before adding the filling to prevent cracking.
Use fresh key lime juice for the best authentic flavor.
Do not overbake the filling; it should remain slightly jiggly to avoid dryness.
Refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours, but overnight chilling enhances the taste and texture.
For a decorative touch, add lime zest or extra whipped cream on top before serving.