Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Key Lime Cream Pie, a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This creamy, zesty pie features a smooth filling made from real key lime juice and sweetened condensed milk, all nestled in a buttery homemade graham cracker crust. Ideal for summer gatherings or holiday celebrations, this dessert is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare in advance. With its unique flavor profile and velvety texture, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next event!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups ground graham crackers
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 cans sweetened condensed milk
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup key lime juice
- Zest from 2 limes
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press firmly into an 8" – 9.5" pie pan and bake for 10 minutes; cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, then combine with sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and zest.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake for another 10 minutes. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least three hours.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form; spread on top of the pie before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg