Jan's Key Lime Pie

Indulge in the zesty, creamy delight of Jan's Key Lime Pie, a classic dessert that combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a luscious, tangy filling made from fresh key lime juice and zest. With just 25 minutes of prep time, this homemade pie is a surprisingly simple showstopper, perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion that calls for a slice of sunshine. Topped with a dollop of fluffy, lightly sweetened whipped cream, this pie strikes the perfect balance between tartness and sweetness. Whether you're a fan of traditional key lime pie or exploring it for the first time, this recipe ensures a smooth, velvety texture and authentic citrus flavor in every bite. Serve chilled for the ultimate refreshing treat! Keywords: Key lime pie recipe, easy key lime pie, homemade key lime pie, tangy citrus dessert, graham cracker crust pie.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups (crushed into crumbs) graham crackers
• 0.25 cups granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons (melted) unsalted butter
• 14 ounces (1 can) sweetened condensed milk
• 3 large egg yolks
• 0.5 cups (freshly squeezed or bottled) key lime juice
• 2 teaspoons (finely grated) key lime zest
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix the crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.

Step 3

Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.

Step 4

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool while preparing the filling.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, key lime juice, and key lime zest until smooth and fully combined.

Step 6

Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust and spread evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the filling is just set and slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 8

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for 1 hour at room temperature, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 3 hours (or overnight).

Step 9

Before serving, prepare the whipped cream topping. In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.

Step 10

Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie as desired. Optionally, garnish with extra lime zest or lime slices.

Step 11

Slice the pie into 8 servings and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(6226.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	20216.7

Total Fat 670.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 403.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 26.7g
Cholesterol 2869.2mg	0%
Sodium 7585.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 3176.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 3132.4g
Protein 453.6g	0%

Vitamin D 499.5IU	0%
Calcium 15917.6mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 20937.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.3%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 61.8%