Nellie’s Low-Fat Key Lime Pie
Key lime pie is named after the small key limes that are traditionally used in the recipe, which are more aromatic and tart compared to regular limes.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 150 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoon Sugar
- 4 tablespoon Unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounce Low-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 can Sweetened condensed milk
- 0.5 cup Key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 cup Whipped topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (165°C) and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for 2 hours.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled with whipped topping on top.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.