How to Make Florida Key Lime Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Florida Key Lime Pie is a beloved dessert that captures the flavors of the sunshine state in every bite. The pie is made with tart key limes, which are smaller and more acidic than regular limes, giving the dessert its signature tangy and refreshing flavor. This sweet and tangy pie is a timeless classic in Florida, and it's perfect for anyone looking to bring a taste of the tropics into their home.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans low-fat sweetened condensed milk
  • ¾ cup key lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

Information

  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 pie

  • To Make Lime Filling: In a large mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until fluffy. Add condensed milk, lime juice, lime rind, and salt. Whip until mixture is smooth. Pour into graham cracker crust. Cover with plastic wrap and chill thoroughly.
  • To Make Topping: In a medium bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form. Add vanilla or lemon extract and confectioners' sugar. Continue to whip until cream forms stiff peaks. Place topping in a fine-mesh sieve and place sieve over a bowl to catch liquid that drains off. Cover topping tightly with plastic wrap and allow to drain for 2 hours.
  • Before serving, discard liquid that has drained from topping. Spread topping over pie.
  • Nutrition

    921 cal.

    • Total Fat: 43g
    • Saturated Fat: 24g
    • Cholesterol: 120mg
    • Sodium: 561mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 108g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 96g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 425mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 145mg