
Key Lime Pie
yield: 8 SERVINGS
prep time: 20 MINUTES
cook time: 23 MINUTES
total time: 43 MINUTES
Fresh squeezed key lime juice gets turned into a sweet and tangy pie with a yummy creamy texture and whipped cream topping.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the key lime filling:
- 2 (14 oz.) cans sweetened condensed milk
- 2/3 cup fresh squeezed key lime juice
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
For the whipped cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Prepare a 9-inch pie pan by greasing it with butter or nonstick spray.
2
Mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl, and then transfer to the pie pan. Press the mixture evenly to the bottom and around the sides.
3
Place the pie crust into the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until slightly browned. Remove from the oven and let cool.
4
In a mixing bowl, add the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, sour cream, and lime zest. Mix until smooth, and pour it on top of the graham cracker crust.
5
Place the pie back into the oven and bake for 10-13 minutes, or until tiny bubbles form on the surface. Remove from the oven and let cool.
6
Place in the fridge for at least a couple of hours up to overnight.
7
To make the whipped cream topping, pour the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract into a mixing bowl. Beat the mixture until light yet stiff peaks form.
8
Spread the mixture over the top of the pie, or place the whipped cream in a dessert decorating tool to pipe on top of the pie and decorate as desired with whipped cream and lime garnish. Enjoy!
Additional Notes
Adapted from Allrecipes.com via Eagle brand.