The Best Key Lime Pie Recipe

Craving a slice of pure sunshine? This Key Lime Pie recipe, perfected by my friend Suzette, is the BEST I've ever tasted! Inspired by Southern Living classics, this recipe combines the tangiest key limes with a buttery graham cracker crust for a truly unforgettable dessert. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 503.6 kcal
Protein 13g
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Ingredients for The Best Key Lime Pie

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How to Make The Best Key Lime Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Crush 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs. In a medium bowl, combine crumbs with ¼ cup granulated sugar and 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) melted unsalted butter. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie plate.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 large egg yolks, 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk, ½ cup key lime juice, ¼ cup powdered sugar, and the zest of 2 key limes.
  4. Pour the key lime mixture into the prepared pie crust.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is just slightly jiggly. Do not overbake!
  6. Let cool completely on a wire rack. This prevents cracking.
  7. Chill for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to set completely.
  8. Before serving, whip 1 cup heavy cream with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Top the chilled pie with whipped cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

196g

Fat

79g

Carbs

20g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make The Best Key Lime Pie?

The Best Key Lime Pie takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in The Best Key Lime Pie?

The Best Key Lime Pie has approximately 503.6 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 42 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for The Best Key Lime Pie?

The key ingredients for The Best Key Lime Pie are Graham Crackers, Sugar, Butter, Egg Yolks, Sweetened Condensed Milk, Key Lime Juice. See the full list with measurements above.

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