Best Key Lime Pie
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Best Key Lime Pie, a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness that will elevate any gathering. This creamy dessert features a crunchy graham cracker crust and is topped with light, fluffy whipped cream. Quick to prepare, this pie will become a beloved family favorite for summer barbecues, birthdays, or just to satisfy your sweet cravings. With its vibrant lime flavor and smooth texture, it’s a showstopper that will impress friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp butter (melted)
- 28 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup light sour cream
- 3/4 cup key lime juice
- Zest from 2 limes
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into a pie dish and bake for 8 minutes until golden; cool.
- In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, light sour cream, key lime juice, and zest until smooth. Pour into the cooled crust.
- Bake for an additional 15 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over the chilled pie before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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