Key Lime Pie Recipe No Condensed Milk Option

Hey there, dessert lovers! Are you ready to embark on an adventure that takes your taste buds straight to the sunny shores of Key West? Buckle up because we’re about to whip up a creamy, tangy slice of heaven: Key Lime Pie! Trust me, after this, your friends will be begging to come over for dessert… and who could blame them?

Feast Your Eyes on This!

First, let’s get a good look at what we’re making today. This isn’t just any ordinary pie; it’s a vibrant Key Lime Pie that will have you feeling like you’re lounging on the beach with a margarita in hand.

Ingredients

Alright, folks! Here’s what you’ll need to bring this citrusy delight to life:

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
4 large egg yolks
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
½ cup fresh key lime juice (or regular lime juice if you’re in a pinch)
Zest of 2 key limes
Whipped cream, for topping
Additional lime wedges, for garnish (because why not?!)

Instructions

Now that we’ve got our ingredients laid out, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty of making this glorious creation!

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). You know what they say: a hot oven is a happy oven!
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until it resembles wet sand (but don’t taste it just yet!).
Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to create a crust. Bake it for 8-10 minutes, or until it’s slightly golden and fantastic.
While the crust is baking, in another bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Then, stir in the key lime juice and zest. Your kitchen will smell heavenly!
Pour the filling into the baked crust, smoothing it out with a spatula. Bake the pie for another 15 minutes until the filling is set but still a bit jiggly in the center. Be patient; it’ll firm up as it cools.
Let it cool to room temperature, then chill it in the fridge for at least 3 hours (or overnight, if you can wait that long!).
When you’re ready to serve, slice it up, top with whipped cream, and garnish with lime wedges. Voila! You have a Key Lime Pie that’s sure to make you the star of the next gathering!

There you have it! A tantalizing, refreshing treat that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Enjoy your pie, and don’t forget to share—and maybe hide a slice or two for yourself!