Traditional Key Lime Pie
Total Time
3 hours
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Rating
4.86 out of 5 stars
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Ingredients
8 servings
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon grated lime zest
- 3 egg yolks
- Whipped cream for topping
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Preparation
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well blended.
Step 3
Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate to form the crust.
Step 4
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove from oven and let cool.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, lime zest, and egg yolks until smooth.
Step 6
Pour the key lime filling into the cooled crust.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until set.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and allow the pie to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Step 9
Top with whipped cream before serving.
Step 10
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Chef's notes
For a more intense lime flavor, increase the lime zest.
Use fresh key lime juice for the best flavor.
The pie can be made a day in advance and kept refrigerated until ready to serve.
