Florida Key Lime Pie

Bright, creamy Key lime filling in a crisp graham cracker crust with clouds of fresh whipped cream.

Key lime pie comes from the Florida Keys and is Florida’s official state pie. Tart Key lime juice and sweetened condensed milk set into a silky filling in a buttery graham cracker crust, finished with fresh whipped cream.

• Prep time: 25 min
• Cook time: 25 min
• Total time: 50 min, plus 4 hours chilling
• Servings: 8
• Estimated cost per serving: $1.45

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1 tablespoon finely grated Key lime zest
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 2/3 cup fresh Key lime juice
• 1 cup cold heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons confectioners sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Extra lime zest, for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat the oven to 350°F. Mix the graham crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until evenly moistened.
2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 9 minutes, then cool for 10 minutes.
3. Whisk the yolks and lime zest for 2 minutes, until slightly thickened. Whisk in the condensed milk, then the lime juice. Rest for 5 minutes.
4. Pour the filling into the crust and bake for 14 to 16 minutes, until set around the edges with a slight center jiggle.
5. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
6. Whip the cream, confectioners sugar, and vanilla to medium peaks. Spoon or pipe over the chilled pie and garnish with lime zest.

Tips for the Best Results

• Fresh Key lime juice gives the best floral citrus flavor.
• The filling naturally stays pale yellow-green; avoid artificial coloring.

Nutrition is an estimate and may vary by ingredients and serving size.

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