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Ultimate Key Lime Pie

This classic key lime pie recipe creates a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors with a creamy filling nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. Simple to make yet impressive to serve!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 5 large egg yolks beaten
  • 1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup key lime juice fresh is best, but bottled works well too
  • 1 9 inch prepared graham cracker crust
  • Optional for garnish: whipped cream and lime zest

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures your pie bakes evenly.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the beaten egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk until well combined.
  3. Gradually add the key lime juice, stirring continuously. Watch as the mixture thickens slightly due to the acidity of the lime juice.
  4. Pour the filling into your prepared graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. The pie is done when the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
  6. Remove from oven and cool completely at room temperature.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the pie to set fully.
  8. Before serving, garnish with fresh whipped cream and a sprinkle of lime zest if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 11gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 162mgSodium: 238mgSugar: 41g
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