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Sep 28, 2020 · Modified: Jul 18, 2024 by JCP

The Best Key Lime Pie

Hey, y'all! All desserts are not created equal. There, I said it. If you're a long-time reader here on the blog, you'll know that I'm more of a savory recipe lover. That said, there's something about key lime pie that is simply euphoric. I'm excited to share my recipe for the the Best Key Lime Pie you've ever had - with just one bite, you'll think you're in Key West.

The Best Key Lime Pie

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The Best Key Lime Pie: Ingredients

  • 1 Store-Bought Graham Cracker Crust (9 in)
  • 14 oz. Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 5 egg yolks
  • ⅓ c. Key Lime Juice
  • 1 tbsp. Fresh Lime Zest
  • Limes, for garnish
  • Whipped Cream, for garnish
The Best Southern Key Lime Pie Recipe

How to Make the Best Key Lime Pie

  • Preheat oven to 375F.
  • Separate egg yolks from whites; beat yolks until smooth.
  • Combine egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest. Mix well.
  • Pour mixture into graham cracker crust.
  • Bake for 15 minutes; afterwards, place in freezer for 10-15 minutes.
  • Top with whipped cream and sliced limes, if desired.

The Best Key Lime Pie Recipe

The Best Southern Key Lime Pie Recipe

The Best Key Lime Pie Recipe

JC Phelps

You don't have to be in Key West to have the Best Key Lime Pie! Try this recipe + enjoy it year-round at home!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Freezing Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Servings 8 servings
Calories 309 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 1 Store-Bought Graham Cracker Crust 9 in
  • 14 oz. Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 5 egg yolks
  • ⅓ c. Key Lime Juice
  • 1 tbsp. Fresh Lime Zest
  • Limes for garnish
  • Whipped Cream for garnish

Instructions

 

  • Preheat oven to 375F.
  • Separate egg yolks from whites; beat yolks until smooth.
  • Combine egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest. Mix well.
  • Pour mixture into graham cracker crust.
  • Bake for 15 minutes; afterwards, place in freezer for 10-15 minutes.
  • Top with whipped cream and sliced limes, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 309kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 119mgSodium: 202mgPotassium: 258mgFiber: 1gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 287IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 166mgIron: 1mg

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The Best Southern Key Lime Pie Recipe
The Best Southern Key Lime Pie Recipe

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My best,

JC

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