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Creamy Key Lime Pie

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A quick and easy creamy key lime pie with a buttery graham cracker crust, tangy fresh lime filling, and a light whipped cream topping. Perfect for summer and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets, crushed finely)
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large egg yolks (room temperature)
  • 1 (14 oz/396 g) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed key lime juice (about 4–5 limes)
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (chilled)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • Optional: lime slices or zest for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated and look like wet sand.
  2. Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
  3. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove and let cool completely.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk egg yolks until smooth and slightly thickened (1-2 minutes). Gradually add sweetened condensed milk, mixing continuously until combined.
  5. Stir in freshly squeezed key lime juice and lime zest. The mixture will thicken slightly.
  6. Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
  7. Remove from oven and cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight.
  8. Before serving, beat chilled heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe over the pie.
  9. Garnish with extra lime zest or lime slices. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Use fresh key lime juice for the best flavor. Do not overbake the filling; it should be slightly jiggly when removed from the oven. Chill the pie overnight for best texture. Whip cream to soft peaks to avoid grainy texture. Press crust firmly to prevent crumbling. Gluten-free and dairy-free substitutions are possible.

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