Key Lime Pie Recipe

Key Lime Pie is a classic dessert that is made by filling a pastry crust with a sweet, tangy, and creamy filling made from Key Lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks. It is a popular dessert that is often associated with Florida, where the key lime is a common fruit.

Here is a basic recipe for making Key Lime Pie:

Ingredients:

• 1 recipe for pie crust or store-bought pie crust
• 14 oz of sweetened condensed milk
• 4 egg yolks
• 1/2 cup of key lime juice
• 1 tsp of grated lime zest
• Whipped cream for topping

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Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the pie crust and place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim the edges and prick the bottom of the crust with a fork.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, key lime juice, and lime zest. Whisk until well blended.
3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set.
5. Let the pie cool to room temperature and then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
6. Before serving, top with whipped cream.

You can make variations of this recipe by adding different ingredients such as nuts, graham cracker crust, or different spices. You can adjust the sugar amount to your taste.

Key Lime Pie is a classic, delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It’s a great dessert to serve at a dinner party or to take to a potluck. It’s best served chilled, and it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.