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 tart flavor.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 155 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Key Lime Pie

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 35 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
• 1 can Sweetened condensed milk
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 0.5 cup Key lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Key lime zest
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• optional for garnish Lime slices

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a pie dish.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, key lime juice, and key lime zest until well combined.
4. Pour the mixture over the crust in the pie dish.
5. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the filling is set.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled.
8. Serve chilled with whipped cream and garnish with lime slices, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 3g6%

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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.