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Key West Lime Pie

Savor the Sunshine with Homemade Key West Lime Pie

Experience the refreshing taste of Key West Lime Pie, a perfect summer dessert with tangy lime and creamy custard.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Can crush whole graham crackers
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can substitute with coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Consider using a sugar substitute
For the Filling
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk No substitutes work as well
  • 4 large Egg Yolks Egg substitutes may alter texture
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lime Juice Always use fresh for best taste
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Fresh zest is key
For Serving
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • Pie dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your pie dish and baking sheet.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until moistened.
  3. Press the mixture into the pie dish, creating a compact crust. Bake for 8 minutes until golden.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
  5. Pour the lime filling into the cooled crust and bake for 15-20 minutes until set but jiggly.
  6. Allow the pie to cool completely for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. Slice the pie and top with whipped cream before serving. Garnish with lime zest or slices if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overbaking. Cool the pie completely before refrigerating.

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