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Key Lime Pie Recipe

Key Lime Pie Recipe

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  • Author: Alvarez
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the tangy sweetness of a classic Key Lime Pie with this easy-to-follow recipe. Creamy and zesty, this dessert is perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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Sweetened Condensed Milk

  • 3 cups

Key Lime Juice

  • 3/4 cup

Sour Cream

  • 1/2 cup

Lime Zest

  • 1 tablespoon

Graham Cracker Crust

  • 1 (9 inch) prepared

Instructions

  1. Preheat: Gather all ingredients and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Filling: Combine condensed milk, key lime juice, sour cream, and lime zest. Pour into the graham cracker crust.
  3. Bake: Bake for 5-8 minutes until bubbles form on the surface. The filling should be set but not browned.
  4. Cool: Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack, then chill in the refrigerator for about 1 hour.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with lime slices and whipped cream before serving.

Notes

  • For a more intense lime flavor, add more lime zest.
  • Ensure the pie is thoroughly chilled for the best texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 553
  • Sugar: 74g
  • Sodium: 325mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 85g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg