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

Key lime pie is a classic dessert that originated in the Florida Keys. Its tart, creamy filling and crumbly graham cracker crust make it a beloved treat for many. The combination of tangy key lime juice and sweetened condensed milk creates a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to please anyone with a sweet tooth.

This recipe for Key Lime Pie I is a traditional take on the iconic dessert, using fresh key lime juice for an authentic flavor. The creamy filling is complemented by a b...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar
  • 5 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 3 eggs
  • ½ cup key lime juice
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch cream of tartar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 lime, sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 to 9 - inch pie

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Mix graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter. Press into 9 inch pie plate and bake for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.
  • Separate 2 of the eggs, placing the two egg whites into a mixing bowl. Reserve the yolks in another bowl.
  • To the yolks, add one whole egg, lime juice and sweetened condensed milk. Whisk until smooth. With clean mixer blades or a whisk attachment, beat the egg whites with salt and cream of tartar until stiff, but not dry. Fold whites into filling mixture. Pour filling into partially baked crust.
  • Bake in preheated 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 10 to 15 minutes or until set. Let cool at room temperature, then freeze 4 hours to overnight. Just before serving, whip cream to form stiff peaks. Serve decorated with whipped cream and lime slices.
  • Nutrition

    420 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 146mg
    • Sodium: 234mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 35g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 178mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 294mg