Key Lime Pie Recipe
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Key Lime Pie Recipe
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This Key Lime Pie is deliciously tart, airy, light, and refreshing! An easy, updated version of a classic, this is the best key lime pie recipe ever! Such an elegant dessert that is always a favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 Graham Cracker Crust
- 3 large eggs separated
- 1 1/4 /4 cups sweetened condensed milk or 1 (14-ounce) can, store-bought
- 1/2 /2 cup key lime juice
- 1/4 /4 cup lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- zest of 1 key lime optional, about 2 teaspoons
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Lime slices optional
- Whipped Cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325º F.
- Whisk egg yolk, sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, lime zest, and lemon juice in a large bowl until well-combined.
- Beat egg whites with an electric mixture until they begin to foam. Gradually add in granulated sugar and beat until light and fluffy and soft peaks have formed. Gently fold into egg yolk mixture and carefully spoon into the prepared graham cracker crust.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until lightly browned and set throughout. Remove from the oven and chill on a wire rack. Lightly cover and place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 8 hours.
- For serving, remove from springform pan, if using, and top with whipped cream and lime slices. Slice and serve.
Notes
- If key limes are not available, regular Persian limes may be used for juice and zest.
- Storage Instructions
- After serving, refrigerate any remaining key lime pie within 2 hours. It should last covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
174kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
79mg
(26%)
Sodium
95mg
(4%)
Potassium
47mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
33g
(66%)
Vitamin A
240IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
5.3mg
(6%)
Calcium
189mg
(19%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 174 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 174kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 95mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 47mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 33g | 66% |
| Vitamin A | 240IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 189mg | 19% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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