Name: Delicious Classic Key Lime Pie Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs; ⅓ cup sugar; 6 tbsp melted butter; 3 egg yolks; 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk; ½ cup freshly squeezed key lime juice; 1 tsp lime zest; Whipped cream, for garnish

Delicious Classic Key Lime Pie Recipe

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Indulge in the tangy and sweet flavors of a classic key lime pie with this simple and easy-to-follow recipe. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a creamy lime filling, this dessert is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
⅓ cup sugar
6 tbsp melted butter
3 egg yolks
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
½ cup freshly squeezed key lime juice
1 tsp lime zest
Whipped cream, for garnish

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks until pale and thick. Gradually whisk in the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest.
Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake for 15 minutes.
Let the pie cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Top with whipped cream before serving.
Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Key lime pie is named after the small key limes that are indigenous to the Florida Keys.

The dessert originated in the Key West area in the early 20th century.

Key lime pie is often topped with meringue, but whipped cream is a popular alternative.