Classic Key Lime Pie
Generated on: April 30, 2024
Ingredients
crust:
- Graham cracker crumbs150 g
- Sugar50 g
- Unsalted butter, melted115 g
filling:
- Key lime juice120 ml
- Sweetened condensed milk400 g
- Egg yolks4
topping:
- Heavy cream240 ml
- Powdered sugar30 g
for garnishing:
- Lime slices
- Lime zest
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C.
- 2
In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 10 minutes, then allow to cool slightly.
- 3
Reduce oven temperature to 160°C.
- 4
In a large bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk. Gradually add Key lime juice, whisking until well combined.
- 5
Pour filling into the cooled crust and bake for 15 minutes. The filling should be set but still wobbly in the center.
- 6
Cool the pie to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until completely chilled and set.
- 7
Before serving, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the pie.
- 8
Garnish with lime slices and lime zest.
- 9
Chill until ready to serve.
Enjoy your food!
