The Best Key Lime Pie

The Best Key Lime Pie recipe pinit

Key lime pie is named after the small, tart key limes that are native to the Florida Keys.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 215 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 180 min Total Time 3 hrs 35 mins
Servings: 8 Calories: 2800
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crust with melted butter.
  3. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared crust.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until chilled and set.
  9. Serve chilled with whipped cream and garnish with lime slices.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g28%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Sugars 30g
Protein 4g8%

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

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