Bill Smith's Atlantic Beach Pie Recipe

A creamy, dreamy, and tangy Atlantic Beach Pie recipe, inspired by NPR's All Things Considered (April 11, 2013)! This classic Southern dessert features a buttery cracker crust and a luscious, citrusy filling. Easily customizable with lime or lemon juice (or both!), this recipe is perfect for any occasion. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this unforgettable treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 34 mins
Calories 402.4 kcal
Protein 14g
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Ingredients for Bill Smith's Atlantic Beach Pie

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How to Make Bill Smith's Atlantic Beach Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Crush 57 saltine crackers (approximately 1 1/2 sleeves) into fine crumbs. You can use a food processor or a ziplock bag and rolling pin.
  3. Combine cracker crumbs with 1/2 cup (113g) melted unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons (14g) granulated sugar. Mix well.
  4. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 10 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs, 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk, 1/2 cup (120ml) of either lime juice or lemon juice (or a combination), and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust.
  7. Bake for 24 more minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  8. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before refrigerating for at least 4 hours (or preferably overnight) to allow the filling to set completely.
  9. Garnish with whipped cream and fresh fruit (optional) before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

130g

Fat

55g

Carbs

16g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Bill Smith's Atlantic Beach Pie?

Bill Smith's Atlantic Beach Pie takes about 54 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 34 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Bill Smith's Atlantic Beach Pie?

Bill Smith's Atlantic Beach Pie has approximately 402.4 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Bill Smith's Atlantic Beach Pie?

The key ingredients for Bill Smith's Atlantic Beach Pie are Saltine Crackers, Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Sweetened Condensed Milk, Egg Yolks, Lime Juice. See the full list with measurements above.

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