Description
A refreshing and tangy key lime pie with a creamy filling and buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for warm weather gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
- 4 large egg yolks
- Lime slices for garnish, as needed
- Whipped cream, optional, as needed
Instructions
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well mixed. Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a pie dish to form the crust.
- Whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and egg yolks until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 180 minutes, or until set.
- Serve chilled, garnished with lime slices and whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Using fresh key lime juice enhances the pie’s flavor. Allowing it to chill for at least three hours is crucial for achieving the perfect slice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American