Donna’s 4th of July Margarita Key Lime Pie

Key lime pie is named after the small key limes that are traditionally used in the recipe. These limes are smaller and more acidic than regular limes, giving the pie its distinctive tangy flavor.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 150 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Donna’s 4th of July Margarita Key Lime Pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup Key lime juice
• 1 can Sweetened condensed milk
• 2 tablespoon Tequila
• 1 tablespoon Triple sec
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoon Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish.
3. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, tequila, and triple sec until well combined.
5. Pour the mixture into the cooled crust and smooth the top.
6. Place the pie in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 2 hours, or until set.
7. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
8. Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie and sprinkle with lime zest.
9. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.