Indulge in the refreshing taste of a homemade key lime pie. This classic dessert is made with a buttery graham cracker crust and a creamy filling made from freshly squeezed key limes. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and slices of lime, this pie is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. It's a crowd-pleaser that will transport you to the beaches of Florida with every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large egg yolks
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 lime, sliced for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and key lime zest until well combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly golden around the edges. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the cooled pie, covering the entire surface.
- Garnish with slices of lime on top.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!
