Description
Homemade Key Lime Pie is a refreshing tropical dessert that brings sunshine to your table. With its buttery graham cracker crust and tangy key lime filling, this pie strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tart. Easy to make with simple ingredients, it’s ideal for summer gatherings, picnics, or any occasion that calls for a delightful treat. Each slice promises a burst of flavor and a creamy texture that will leave your guests wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh key lime juice (about 20 key limes)
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well mixed. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a pie dish.
- In another bowl, whisk together key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake for about 15 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow the pie to cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least three hours.
- Serve chilled with a dollop of whipped cream on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 329
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 162mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 97mg