Key Lime Pie Recipe
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Equipment
- 9-inch pie dish
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Zester or microplane
- Citrus juicer
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup freshly squeezed key lime juice (about 10 key limes)
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Extra key lime zest for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the pie dish to create the crust. Place it in the refrigerator to set while you prepare the filling.
- In another bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, key lime zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the lime mixture over the crust and spread it evenly.
- Using an electric mixer, whip the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Gently spread the whipped cream over the lime filling.
- Sprinkle additional key lime zest on top for an extra burst of flavor and a pop of color.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the pie to set.