Key lime pie

Key lime pie is named after the small, tangy key limes that are used to make it, which are native to the Florida Keys.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 165 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Key lime pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 45 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3080

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 1 cup Key lime juice
• 1 can Sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup Whipped cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks with an electric mixer until thick and pale. Gradually add the key lime juice while continuing to beat.
4. Fold in the sweetened condensed milk until well combined.
5. Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
6. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
7. Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
8. Serve chilled, topped with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 385kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 23g36%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.