Homemade Key Lime Pie Recipe

This homemade Key Lime Pie recipe is a great dessert option for any occasion. With its tangy and sweet flavor, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. The crust is easy to make and adds the perfect buttery crunch to the pie. The filling is simple to prepare and creates a creamy and zesty texture that will leave you wanting more. The whipped cream topping adds a light and airy finish to the pie. So, give this recipe a try and see for yourself why Key Lime Pie is such a beloved dessert.

Homemade Key Lime Pie Recipe

When life gives you limes, make key lime pie! This classic dessert is a refreshing and tangy treat that's perfect for any occasion. While key lime pie originated in the Florida Keys, you can easily make it at home with just a few simple ingredients. This recipe combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a creamy lime filling that's sure to please your taste buds. So, let's get started!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Chilling time: 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs 40 minutes mins

Course Brunch, Dessert, Dinner, Lunch, Pastry, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 4 people

Calories 559 kcal

Equipment

• 9 Inch Pie Dish
• Mixing bowl
• Electric Mixer
• Measuring Cups & Spoons
• Citrus Juicer Or
• Reamer Optional
• Zester Or
• Grater Optional
• Whisk
• Oven

Ingredients

  

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For The Crust:

• 1 1/2 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs
• 6 tbsp Unsalted Butter Melted
• 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar

For The Filling:

• 4 Egg Yolks Large
• 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk (14 Ounces)
• 1/2 cup Lime Juice = About 4 Limes
• 1 tbsp Lime Zest

For The Whipped Cream Topping (Optional):

• 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
• 2 tbsp Powdered Sugar
• 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract

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Instructions

 

For The Crust:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
• Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Use a flat-bottomed measuring cup to press the crumbs firmly into the dish.
• Bake the crust for 10 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove from the oven and let cool.

For The Filling:

• In a separate mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
• Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk while continuing to beat the mixture.
• Add the lime juice and lime zest, and mix until well combined.

For the pie:

• Pour the filling mixture into the cooled crust.
• Bake the pie for 15 minutes, or until the filling is set.
• Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
• Top the cooled pie with the whipped cream, and garnish with additional lime zest, if desired.
• Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

For The Whipped Cream Topping (Optional):

• To make the whipped cream topping, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25pieCalories: 559kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 8gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 21gCholesterol: 271mgSodium: 304mgFiber: 1gSugar: 39g

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