Ingredients for Lime Pie
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Lime, Zest Of
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- Whipping Cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Lime Curd
- Graham Cracker Crumbs
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How to Make Lime Pie
- **Make the Lime Curd:** In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 4 large eggs, and 1 cup fresh lime juice. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 8-10 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons lime zest and let cool completely. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 1 week.
- **Prepare the Crust:** In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) melted unsalted butter, and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Press the crumb mixture into a 9-inch pie plate. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- **Make the Pie Filling:** In a large bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), the cooled lime curd, 1 tablespoon lime zest, and 2 tablespoons lime juice until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, beat 1 cup heavy cream and 2 tablespoons powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold 1/4 of the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Then, gently fold in the remaining whipped cream until just combined.
- Pour the filling into the prepared graham cracker crust. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the pie to set completely.
- **Garnish & Serve:** Garnish with additional whipped cream and lime slices before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
95 g
Sugar
1111g
Fat
1112g
Carbs
117g
