Key Lime Pie

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Key lime pie comes from the Florida Keys. It’s really easy to make and tastes amazing. It’s often compared to coconut cream pie and lemon meringue pie. You can make it with a graham cracker or cookie crust.

This pie uses supermarket limes, also known as Persian limes. These limes are easier to find than key limes. But, the taste is still the same. So, you get that classic Key lime pie flavor.

The main ingredients are sweetened condensed milk, Persian limes, and a bit of Greek yogurt. You don’t even need eggs, and it still turns out perfect. Making this dessert is a fun process.

You start with a strong graham cracker crust. Then, you add a lime-infused filling on top. Finally, a layer of fresh whipped cream with a bit of lime finishes it off.

Exact Ingredients (+ Possible Substitutes)

The heart of an Authentic Key Lime Pie flavor is its ingredients. First, gather the stuff for the crust:

• Finely crushed graham cracker crumbs
• Light brown sugar
• Melted unsalted butter

This crust is perfect under a rich filling. Use these Key Lime Pie ingredients for a tasty mix:

• Sweetened condensed milk
• Plain Greek yogurt
• Some fresh lime juice
• Grated lime zest

The classic recipe asks for Key lime juice and zest. But, Key Lime Pie with Persian limes tastes just as good. It’s sweet and a bit tangy. Look for Nellie & Joe’s bottled Key lime juice for true Authentic Key Lime Pie flavor.

Feel like trying something different? Add macadamia nuts to the crust. They bring a special mix of sweet and salty. To make the Easy Key Lime Pie recipe easier, use regular supermarket limes. They taste almost the same as Key limes.

Instructions

Learning to make Key Lime Pie is easy. You start with the crust. Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and butter in a bowl. Press it into a pie pan. Then, bake it at 350°F for about 10 minutes. Let it cool for a bit before the next part.

Now, let’s make the filling. First, grate the limes for zest and squeeze them for juice. Then, mix the zest, juice, sweetened condensed milk, and Greek yogurt together. This mix gives the pie its special tangy taste. Pour it into the crust and bake for 15 minutes at 350°F. It should be a little wobbly in the middle when done.

Next, let’s work on the topping. Beat heavy cream, sugar, and lime zest until it’s fluffy. Then, spread this whipped cream on the pie. For a fancy look, add some lime slices and zest. Chill it for two hours. Now it’s ready to enjoy. This Key Lime Pie is simple to make and full of flavor.