Easy Key Lime Pie 🥧
Overview:
Experience the tangy sweetness of this Easy Key Lime Pie recipe, perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings on warm spring or summer days. Bursting with citrus flavor and requiring minimal effort, this pie is a delightful treat for any occasion, from weeknight indulgences to potluck gatherings. Embrace simplicity without compromising on taste with this quick and inexpensive recipe.
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 graham cracker pie crust (9 inches)
- Lime zest for garnish
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Beat sweetened condensed milk and lime juices in a large bowl using an electric mixer set to medium speed until the mixture is smooth and thickened. This process typically takes a few minutes, ensuring a creamy texture for your pie filling. |
| 2 | Gently fold in the whipped topping until well combined. Be careful not to overmix, as you want to maintain the light and airy consistency of the filling. |
| 3 | Spoon the lime mixture into the prepared graham cracker pie crust, spreading it evenly to create a smooth surface. The crust acts as the perfect foundation for the luscious lime filling. |
| 4 | Cover the pie with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for about 1 hour, allowing it to set and firm up. Chilling the pie enhances its flavors and ensures a refreshing dessert experience. |
| 5 | Before serving, garnish the pie with freshly grated lime peel, adding a burst of color and zesty aroma. This final touch not only enhances the presentation but also elevates the citrus flavor profile of the dessert. |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 253.9
- Fat: 11.6g
- Saturated Fat: 8.9g
- Cholesterol: 16.9mg
- Sodium: 70.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 34.9g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 33.8g
- Protein: 4.3g
Recipe Notes:
- For an authentic Key Lime Pie experience, opt for freshly squeezed key lime juice. However, bottled key lime juice or a combination of key lime and regular lime juice works well too.
- Customize the sweetness of your pie by adjusting the amount of lime juice added. Taste the filling mixture as you go and add more lime juice if desired.
- If you prefer a homemade graham cracker crust, you can easily make one using crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter. Simply press the mixture into a pie dish and bake until golden brown before adding the filling.
- To save time, you can use store-bought whipped topping, but homemade whipped cream adds a luxurious texture and flavor to the pie.
- For a decorative touch, garnish each slice of pie with a dollop of whipped cream and a slice of lime before serving. This adds visual appeal and extra creaminess to each bite.
