Key Lime Pie
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Key Lime Pie
Description
The pie crust is crafted by mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, pressed into a pie plate and pre-baked until set and lightly firm. The filling comprises sweetened condensed milk, freshly squeezed lime juice and zest, and sour cream combined to create a velvety mixture. This filling is poured into the cooled crust and baked just long enough to thicken, taking care not to brown the surface.
After cooling to room temperature, the pie requires refrigeration to chill and fully set, enhancing its creamy texture. The mingling of the creamy sweetened milk and sour cream with bright lime juice results in a balanced dessert with a pleasant tartness. The graham cracker crust provides a slightly sweet, crispy base that contrasts with the smooth filling.
Traditionally, the pie is served chilled, often topped with whipped cream for added richness. It can be made with key limes for authentic flavor or regular limes as a practical substitute. The short bake time preserves the filling’s delicate texture and fresh flavor.
Ingredients
- For the Pie Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter
- For the pie filling:
- 28 ounces sweetened condensed milk two 14 oz cans
- 3/4 cup lime juice can substitute regular limes if necessary, fresh, key lime
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest (can substitute regular lime zest if necessary)
- 1/2 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- To make the crust, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place the graham cracker crumbs, sugar and butter in a bowl and stir until thoroughly combined. Press mixture into a 9-inch pie plate and bake for 7 minutes. Let the crust cool completely before adding the pie filling.
- To make the pie filling, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.In a large non-metal bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, lime juice and zest, and the sour cream. Stir until thoroughly combined. Note: Be sure to scoop out every last bit of the condensed milk.Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust and bake for about 10 minutes. Make sure to not brown it.Let the pie cool completely, then transfer it to the fridge to chill for at least a couple of hours before serving.Decorate and/or serve the pie with whipped cream.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 694 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 694kcal | 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 98g | 33% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 403mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 592mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 89g | 178% |
| Vitamin A | 838IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 420mg | 42% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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