My Southern Grandma's Key Lime Pie

Transport yourself to the sunny South with "My Southern Grandma's Key Lime Pie," a timeless dessert brimming with zesty charm and creamy decadence. This classic recipe features a buttery homemade graham cracker crust, a velvety filling made from sweetened condensed milk, fresh Key lime juice, and rich egg yolks, and just the right hint of tangy citrus zest. With only 20 minutes of prep time, this pie is a breeze to assemble, baking to perfection with a silky yet slightly jiggly center. Chill it to let the flavors meld, then finish with dollops of whipped cream and a sprinkle of lime zest for a refreshing, picture-perfect treat. Perfect for summer gatherings or a nostalgic indulgence, this Southern dessert is destined to be a family favorite. Keywords: Key lime pie recipe, Southern desserts, homemade pie, citrus desserts, summer pie recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 0.25 cups granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
• 4 large egg yolks
• 0.5 cups freshly squeezed Key lime juice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest (optional, for garnish)
• 1 cup whipped cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.

Step 3

Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to press down evenly.

Step 4

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden and set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly while you prepare the filling.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually whisk in the Key lime juice until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.

Step 7

Pour the filling into the prepared crust and spread evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake the pie in the oven for 15 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 9

Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully chilled and set.

Step 10

Before serving, garnish the pie with lime zest and dollops of whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(738.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2648.7

Total Fat 184.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 109.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1176.4mg	0%
Sodium 1200.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 112.3g
Protein 28.3g	0%

Vitamin D 73.2IU	0%
Calcium 373.3mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 650.4mg	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: 62.5%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 33.2%