Sandra's Key Lime Pie

Indulge in the zesty, creamy bliss of *Sandra's Key Lime Pie*, a classic dessert with a bright, tangy twist. This easy-to-make recipe features a buttery graham cracker crust baked to golden perfection, cradling a luscious, velvety filling made with fresh Key lime juice, zest, and sweetened condensed milk. Topped with a fluffy cloud of homemade whipped cream, this pie strikes the perfect balance between tartness and sweetness, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Ready in just 35 minutes of active time and perfect for serving up to eight, this chilled pie is a refreshing dessert that’s sure to impress. Ideal for summer gatherings, dinner parties, or simply satisfying your citrus cravings, *Sandra's Key Lime Pie* is a must-try for fans of vibrant, flavorful desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 14 ounces Sweetened condensed milk
• 0.5 cups Key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
• 1 tablespoon Key lime zest
• 4 pieces Large egg yolks
• 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until fully combined and the texture resembles wet sand.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the filling mixture into the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Bake the pie for 12-15 minutes, or until the filling is just set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 8

Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until fully chilled.

Step 9

In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.

Step 10

Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie, and garnish with additional lime zest or lime slices if desired.

Step 11

Slice and serve this refreshing dessert. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1131.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3872.6

Total Fat 220.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1296.9mg	0%
Sodium 1705.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 409.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 302.1g
Protein 55.0g	0%

Vitamin D 103.8IU	0%
Calcium 1340.1mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 1972.7mg	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: 51.6%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 42.7%