Key Lime Pie: The Ultimate Guide to a Tangy-Sweet Classic

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Crust

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, salt, and melted butter until combined.
3. Press evenly into a 9-inch pie dish.
4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let cool.

Step 2: Make the Filling

1. Whisk sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, zest, and egg yolks until smooth.
2. Pour into cooled crust.

Step 3: Bake or Chill

• For a firmer pie, bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes (center should jiggle slightly).
• No-bake option – Chill for at least 4 hours without baking.

Step 4: Chill & Serve

1. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
2. Serve cold, topped with whipped cream and lime zest.

Pro Tips:

✔ Soggy crust? Pre-bake longer and let it cool before adding the filling. ✔ Filling too runny? Add egg yolks or bake briefly, then chill longer. ✔ Swap key limes for Persian limes—adjust sugar to taste.