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A full, freshly baked Key Lime Pie with a golden-brown crust.

Quick way to grow Key Lime Pie in 3 StepsKey Lime Pie

This recipe outlines a quick method to prepare a delicious Key Lime Pie in just three simple steps, perfect for a speedy dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie plate
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • oven

Ingredients
  

Crust

  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted

Filling

  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 0.5 cup Key lime juice

Topping (optional)

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Garnish

  • lime zest for garnish

Dough

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butter, cold
  • 0.5 cup ice water

Filling

  • 6 medium apples, sliced
  • 0.75 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg

Egg Wash

  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon water

Garnish

  • sugar for sprinkling

Crust

  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup melted unsalted butter

Filling

  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 0.5 cup Key lime juice

Optional Topping

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Garnish

  • Key lime zest for garnish

Instructions
 

Crust Prep

  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, then press the mixture into a 9-inch pie plate to form the crust.

Filling & Baking

  • Whisk together egg yolks, condensed milk, and Key lime juice, then pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.

Chill & Serve

  • Allow the pie to cool completely, then chill for at least 2 hours before serving, optionally topped with whipped cream and lime zest.

Notes

For best results, use freshly squeezed Key lime juice. You can prepare homemade whipped cream for an extra touch.