Description
Key Lime Pie is a classic dessert that brings a burst of tangy flavor and a taste of the tropics to your table. With its creamy filling and crunchy crust, this pie is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups honey shortbread crumbs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix honey shortbread crumbs with melted butter and press into a pie pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then cool.
- Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
- Pour filling into the crust and bake for 15 minutes.
- Cool, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and spread over the pie before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh key limes for the best flavor.
- Chill the pie thoroughly before serving for the best texture.
- Garnish with lime slices or zest for extra freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Key Lime Pie, Dessert, Tropical, Easy Pie Recipe, Summer Dessert