Description
This classic Key Lime Pie features a tangy and creamy filling made from sweetened condensed milk, fresh key lime juice, and egg yolks, all nestled in a crunchy graham cracker crust. Baked to perfection and chilled for a refreshing finish, this pie is a perfect balance of sweet and tart, ideal for a delightful dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
For the Filling
- 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
- 3 egg yolks
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350º F (175º C) to prepare for baking the pie crust and filling.
- Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar, mixing thoroughly until the mixture is evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and sides of a pie plate to form the crust.
- Bake the Crust: Bake the prepared crust in the oven for 8 minutes until set and slightly golden. Remove from oven and allow it to cool slightly before adding the filling.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and egg yolks until smooth and fully combined, ensuring a creamy texture.
- Pour Filling into Crust: Pour the lime filling evenly over the slightly cooled crust in the pie plate.
- Bake the Pie: Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Remove from oven and let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes.
- Chill: Transfer the pie to the refrigerator and chill thoroughly until fully set and cold, preferably for several hours or overnight.
- Serve: Top with whipped cream if desired, slice, and serve chilled for a refreshing and tangy dessert.
Notes
- Use fresh key lime juice for the best authentic flavor; bottled juice can be used in a pinch but may alter the flavor slightly.
- Allow the pie to chill completely to ensure the filling sets properly and achieves the right texture.
- For a decorative touch, garnish the pie with lime zest or thin lime slices along with whipped cream.
- Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Key Lime Pie, Lime Dessert, Graham Cracker Crust, Citrus Pie, Classic Pie Recipe, Easy Pie
