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Key Lime Pie
Creamy, refreshingly tangy and sweet summer dessert.
Servings 8
Calories 546kcal
Ingredients
Crust
- 1½ cups graham cracker
- 8 tablespoons butter unsalted, melted
- 3 tablespoons sugar
Filling
- 4 egg yolks
- ½ cup lime juice about 6 limes
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
Topping
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Decorations (optional)
- 2 limes halved and sliced
Instructions
Making The Crust
- Crush the graham cracker until very fine. Transfer the crumbs into a large mixing bowl, add sugar, and melted butter. Combine well.
- Press crust into 9½ inch pie dish.
Making The Filling
- Combine sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and fresh lime juice in a large mixing bowl. Use an electric mixer and beat on medium-high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour filling over the graham cracker crust and bake at 350° Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.
Making The Sweet Cream Topping
- Beat cold heavy whipping cream for several minutes on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and beat until well combined.
- Spread the sweet cream topping over the cool-to-the-touch key lime filling. Chill for 2 hours.
Nutrition
Calories: 546kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 195mg | Sodium: 281mg | Potassium: 304mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 1284IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 206mg | Iron: 1mg