Delicious and Tangy Key Lime Pie Recipe

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

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Garnish with slices of lime on top.
7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!

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