Description
Indulge in this Easy Key Lime Pie, a refreshing dessert that perfectly balances the tangy flavor of fresh limes with a sweet, creamy filling. Nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust with a hint of ginger, this classic dessert is topped with fluffy whipped cream and garnished with fresh lime zest or slices. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this pie is sure to impress your guests and satisfy any sweet cravings. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice bakers can create this delightful treat. Prepare it ahead of time for a hassle-free dessert that will elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 whole graham crackers
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
- 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated lime zest
- 2/3 cup fresh lime juice, strained
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 3/4 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh lime zest or lime slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9-inch pie plate.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, brown sugar, salt, and optional ground ginger. Press into the pie plate and bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lime zest, lime juice, and salt until smooth; pour into the cooled crust.
- Bake again for about 15 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely before refrigerating.
- In a chilled mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip until soft peaks form; spread over the chilled pie before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg