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The BEST Key Lime Pie

The BEST Key Lime Pie

The BEST Key Lime Pie is a tropical dessert that captures the essence of key limes with every bite. This eggless recipe features a creamy filling made with sweetened condensed milk and sour cream, all nestled in a crunchy graham cracker crust. Perfect for summer gatherings, holiday celebrations, or simply as a treat for yourself, this pie is both easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious. In just 28 minutes, you can create a dessert that will leave your family and friends raving about your baking skills. Serve it chilled with a dollop of whipped cream, and watch it disappear!

  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8

Ingredients

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  • 1 (9-inch) deep dish prepared graham cracker crust
  • 2 (14-ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3/4 cup key lime juice
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk and sour cream until smooth. Add key lime juice and whisk until thickened.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared graham cracker crust and bake for 6 to 8 minutes.
  4. Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
  5. Just before serving, beat heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Top the chilled pie with whipped cream.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (118g)
  • Calories: 322
  • Sugar: 27g
  • Sodium: 149mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: For the best flavor, use fresh key limes whenever possible. Chill the pie thoroughly for improved texture. Don’t overbake; aim for a slightly jiggly center when done.