A tangy and sweet dessert that is perfect for summer
Key Lime Pie
A tangy and sweet dessert that is perfect for summer
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 4 egg yolks large,
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 ounces
- 1/2 cup key lime juice fresh
- 2 tbsp key lime zest grated
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- lime thinly sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish.
- Bake the crust for 12 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and key lime zest until well combined.
- Pour the key lime mixture into the cooled pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Place the pie in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream and confectioners' sugar until soft peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie.
- Garnish with thinly sliced lime before serving.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Nutrition
Calories: 399kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 6gFat: 23g