How to Make an Easy Key Lime Pie
Key lime pie is a classic Southern dessert known for its tangy, creamy, and zesty flavor. This delightful recipe allows you to create a refreshing and easy key lime pie that is perfect for any special occasion or just a casual get-together.
Ingredients
For the Crust
1 cup graham cracker crumbs 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup unsalted butter, meltedFor the Filling
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled) Zest of 2 key limes (optional)For Topping
Whipped cream (optional) Lime slices or zest for garnish (optional)Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Make the Crust:
1. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan.
3. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Prepare the Filling:
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, key lime juice, and lime zest until smooth and well combined.
Fill the Crust:
1. Pour the filling into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
Bake the Pie:
1. Bake the pie in the oven for about 10-15 minutes, or just until set. The center may still be slightly jiggly.
Cool and Chill:
1. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool at room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight, to fully set.
Serve:
1. Before serving, top with whipped cream and garnish with lime slices or zest if desired.
This key lime pie is refreshing and perfect for any occasion! Enjoy your homemade deliciousness!
Alternative: Lime Jello Pie
If you don't have key limes or prefer a simpler method, you can make a lime Jello pie as an alternative. Here’s a quick and easy way:
Ingredients
1 box of lime Jello 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk 1 tub of cool whipInstructions
1. Mix the lime Jello with the sweetened condensed milk, stirring until all powder is well combined.
2. Mix in a tub of cool whip.
3. Pour the mixture into a graham cracker crust.
4. Place a lid over the pie and refrigerate for 4 hours.
5. Serve and enjoy your creamy, smooth, and tangy lime Jello pie!