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Key Lime Pie Recipe

A classic, tangy, and sweet dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Crust

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ½ cup butter, melted

Filling

  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 ounces)
  • ½ cup key lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
  3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
  5. Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake for 15 minutes.
  6. Let the pie cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg

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Key Lime Pie
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