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Key Lime Pie

A tart and sweet refreshing pie.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • Crust:
  • 18 whole graham crackers the 4-section large pieces
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • Filling:
  • 3 Egg yolks
  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup key lime juice
  • 1 t vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Crust:
  • Crush the graham crackers in a large sealable plastic bag or food processor.
  • Pour crumbs in a bowl. Add the sugar and stir. Once combined, add the melted butter and stir until completely combined.
  • Put the mixture into the a 9-inch pie plate and press on the bottom and sides.
  • Bake in 350 degree oven for 5 minutes or until golden brown and set. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
  • Filling:
  • Put eggs yolks, sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice and vanilla extract in to a bowl.
  • Mix with a whisk until combined.
  • Pour filling into prepared graham cracker crust.
  • Bake in oven at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before putting into the refrigerator to completely chill.
  • The pie will be chilled and ready to slice in about 2 hours.
  • Top with whipped cream and enjoy!

Notes

Source: Inspired by Nellie & Joe's Famous Key Lime Juice key lime pie recipe