Ingredient

Crust

• 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs

• 6 to 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, divided

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

Filling

• 2 cans sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)

• ¾ cup key lime juice

• 4 egg yolks

• 2 teaspoons lime or key lime zest

Topping

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Optional: Lime zest and thinly sliced key limes for garnish

Direction

Crust

1. Preheat

• Heat oven to 350°F.

2. Mix the Crumbs

• In a medium bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs, 6 tablespoons melted butter, and sugar.

• Pinch the mixture between your fingers:

  • If it sticks together, it’s ready.

  • If it falls apart and feels sandy, add more melted butter 1 tablespoon at a time.

3. Press the Crust

• Add the crumb mixture to the 9‑inch pie plate.

• Use the flat bottom of a measuring cup or glass to press the crumbs firmly into the bottom and up the sides.

• Slightly mound the edges above the rim.

• Bake for 10 minutes, until dry and golden.

Filling

4. Mix the Filling

• In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, egg yolks, and lime zest until smooth.

5. Fill & Bake

• Pour the filling into the warm crust.

• Give the pie a gentle jiggle to level the surface.

• Bake at 350°F for about 10 minutes.

• Cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes, then chill for at least 1 hour.

• The pie will have tiny holes and a slight jiggle when done — that’s perfect.

6. Chill Your Mixing Tools

• Place a large mixing bowl (or stand mixer bowl) and the beaters/whisk attachment in the fridge or freezer for 20 minutes.

Topping

7. Whip the Cream

• In the chilled bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla.

• Beat on medium speed until frothy and beginning to thicken (about 2 minutes).

• Increase to medium‑high and beat until soft to medium peaks form (1–2 more minutes).

8. Finish the Pie

• Top with dollops of whipped cream.

• Add lime zest and thin slices if you like.

• Serve chilled.

Nutrition -

(Per Serving)

Calories: 634kcal Carbohydrates: 78g Protein: 11g Fat: 32g Saturated Fat: 19g Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g Monounsaturated Fat: 9g Trans Fat: 0.3g Cholesterol: 187mg Sodium: 244mg Potassium: 465mg Fiber: 1g Sugar: 68g Vitamin A: 1106IU Vitamin C: 10mg Calcium: 331mg Iron: 1mg