Decadent Key Lime Pie with Creamy Cloud Topping

Ingredients

- 1 pre-made graham cracker pie crust
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare the Key Lime Custard:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, lime zest, and egg yolks. Whisk until fully blended and smooth.

2. Fill the Pie Crust:
Pour the key lime custard mixture into the pre-made graham cracker pie crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula.

3. Bake the Pie:
Place the pie on a baking sheet and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for PT15M (15 minutes). The center should be just set but still slightly wobbly.

4. Cool the Pie:
Remove the pie from the oven and set it aside to cool at room temperature for PT30M (30 minutes). Then, refrigerate the pie for at least PT2H (2 hours) until thoroughly chilled and set.

5. Prepare the Creamy Topping:
In a chilled mixing bowl, add the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer, whip the cream on high speed until soft peaks form.

6. Top the Pie:
Once the pie is fully chilled, gently spread the creamy topping over the surface of the key lime custard, creating swirls for visual appeal.

7. Serve:
Slice the pie into 8 equal portions and serve chilled to enjoy the freshness of the key lime with the lucious topping.

Total Time

PT2H45M
2 hours and 45 minutes

Type of Dish

Dessert

Keywords

Key lime pie, creamy topping, graham cracker crust, oven-baked dessert, citrus custard, chilled pie, easy dessert recipe, summer dessert, tropical flavors, lime dessert

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 2,080

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