Key Lime Pie

Instructions

1. Preheat oven. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a baking sheet on the middle rack.
2. Prepare the filling. In a mixing bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, sour cream, and lime zest. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
3. Fill the crust. Pour the lime filling into the prepared graham cracker crust. Place the pie on the preheated baking sheet to catch any spills.
4. Bake. Bake in the oven for 5–8 minutes, just until tiny pinhole bubbles burst on the surface. The filling should still be wobbly and should not brown.
5. Cool. Remove the pie from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool for a few minutes. Then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the filling to set completely.
6. Garnish and serve. Decorate with whipped cream and lime slices if desired. Slice and enjoy chilled.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 5–8 minutes
• Chill Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Servings: 8
• Difficulty: Easy

Variations & Substitutions

• Use regular lime juice if Key limes are unavailable, though the flavor will be slightly different.
• For a lighter version, swap sour cream with Greek yogurt.
• Add a sprinkle of toasted coconut on top for a tropical twist.
• Make individual mini pies in muffin tins for a fun, portion-controlled dessert.

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