Effortless Elegance: How to Make an Easy Key Lime Pie

Key lime pie is a classic dessert that is loved by many. Although it may seem intimidating to prepare, this recipe makes it easy for even the most inexperienced cook. The key to a delicious key lime pie is using fresh key lime juice, which gives it a tart and tangy flavor that perfectly complements the sweet graham cracker crust.

To start, preheat the oven to 250°F. In a mixing bowl, combine one and a half cups of graham cracker crumbs, six tablespoons of melted butter, and a quarter cup of granulated sugar. Mix well and press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes, or until it starts to turn golden brown.

While the crust is baking, prepare the filling by whisking together the sweetened condensed milk, fresh key lime juice, and egg yolks. Pour the filling into the baked crust and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the center is set. Allow the pie to cool completely before serving, and garnish with whipped cream and lime zest for an extra touch of flavor. Overall, this recipe is simple and requires minimal ingredients, making it

Ingredients

• 1 prepared graham cracker crust
• 2 eggs, separated
• 14 ounches sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
• 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed (optional)

Direction

1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (125 degrees C).
2. In a large glass or metal bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Set aside. In a medium bowl, beat egg yolks, then stir in condense milk, lime rind and lime juice. Mix well, then fold mixture into beaten egg whites. Pour mixture into graham cracker crust.
3. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Chill before sering. Garnish with whipped topping if desired.

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