Description
Zesty, creamy, and irresistibly refreshing, this Ultimate Key Lime Pie recipe delivers the perfect balance of tart citrus and sweet custard in a buttery graham cracker crust. Ideal for summer, dinner parties, or anytime you need a slice of sunshine, it’s simple to make, easy to love, and impossible to forget.
Ingredients
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1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
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⅓ cup granulated sugar
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6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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4 large egg yolks
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1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
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½ cup fresh Key lime juice (or regular lime juice)
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Whipped cream, for topping
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Lime zest, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly combined. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden. Let cool slightly.
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Make the filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, and Key lime juice until smooth and thickened.
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Fill and bake: Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the center is just set with a slight jiggle.
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Cool and chill: Let pie cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture.
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Garnish and serve: Top with whipped cream and lime zest before serving. Enjoy chilled.
Notes
Freshly squeezed Key lime juice provides the most authentic flavor.
Don’t overbake—the filling should still jiggle slightly when done.
For a tropical twist, substitute graham crackers with coconut flakes.
Can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes (10 for crust + 15 for filling)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Key lime pie, summer dessert, lime pie, Florida dessert, citrus pie, easy pie recipe