Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Key Lime Cream Pie, a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness that captures the essence of summer. This easy-to-make dessert features a luscious filling made from fresh key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and cream cheese, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or celebrating a holiday gathering, this pie is sure to impress your guests without keeping you in the kitchen for hours. Its make-ahead option allows you to prepare it in advance, making it an ideal choice for busy days. Top with homemade whipped cream and a sprinkle of lime zest for an extra touch of elegance!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups ground graham crackers
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 Tablespoons melted butter
- 2 cans sweetened condensed milk
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ¾ cup key lime juice
- Zest from 2 regular limes
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press into an 8" – 9.5" pie pan and bake for 10 minutes; let cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; blend in sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and zest until combined. Pour into cooled crust.
- Bake for another 10 minutes; cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form; spread on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (128g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg