2bleu’s Key Lime Pie Bars
Key lime pie is named after the small key limes that grow in the Florida Keys, which are known for their tart flavor and aromatic citrus scent.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 165 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 can Sweetened condensed milk
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 2 tablespoon Lime zest
- 0.5 cup Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 cup Whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x9-inch baking dish to form the crust.
- In another bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lime zest, and lime juice. Pour the mixture over the crust.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until set. Remove from the oven and let cool for 2 hours at room temperature.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Cut into bars and serve with whipped cream on top.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 240kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 24g8%
- Sugars 16g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.