Difficulty Level: Easy
Servings: 8
Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories 545, Total Fat 30 g, Saturated Fat 17 g, Carbohydrates 64 g, Dietary Fiber 1 g, Sugar 52 g, Protein 9 g, Cholesterol 235 mg, Sodium 177 mg
Total Time Required: 8 hrs 25 min
Preparation Time: 20 min
Inactive Time: 8 hr
Cooking Time: 5 min

Ingredients

Whip up this refreshing Key Lime Pie that's creamy, tangy, and irresistibly simple perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a cool treat!

For the crust:

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 crackers)
1/4 cup sugar
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted

For the filling:

6 extra-large egg yolks, at room temperature
1/4 cup sugar
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons finely grated lime zest
3/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (4 to 5 limes)

For the decoration:

1 cup (1/2 pint) cold heavy cream
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Thin slices of lime for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
Make the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie pan. Bake 10 minutes until golden, then cool completely.
Prepare the filling: Beat egg yolks and sugar on high with a paddle attachment until thick (about 5 minutes). Mix in condensed milk, lime zest, and juice on medium. Pour into cooled crust and freeze.
Craft the topping: Whip cream to soft peaks, add sugar and vanilla, then beat to firm peaks. Dollop or pipe onto frozen pie, garnish with lime slices. Freeze several hours or overnight for sliceable perfection!

Note: Consuming raw or partially cooked eggs may increase foodborne illness risk.