Best 8 Easy Key West Key Lime Pie Recipes

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Indulge in the tropical delight of Key West Key Lime Pie, a culinary treasure that captures the vibrant spirit of the Florida Keys. This classic pie tantalizes taste buds with its luscious filling, made from fresh Key limes, and a graham cracker crust that provides the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Discover the authentic taste of Key West with our carefully curated collection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this beloved dessert. From the traditional method that uses egg yolks for a rich and creamy filling to innovative variations that incorporate condensed milk or even avocados, our recipes cater to every palate and skill level. Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of the Keys and experience the magic of Key Lime Pie in all its glory.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY KEY LIME PIE



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Easy Key Lime Pie with just six ingredients in 15 minutes. A perfect summer dessert thats sweet, tart and buttery!

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (, (one packet from a box of 3 packets))
1/3 cup sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter (, (melted))
3 cups sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup sour cream
3/4 cup key lime juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar and butter well. Press mixture into an 8 inch pie plate.
  • Bake for 7 minutes. While the crust is baking, make the filling.
  • In a bowl, combine condensed milk, sour cream, lime juice and add to the crust.
  • Put it back in the oven for 5 to 8 minutes until you start to see the smallest of bubbles forming.
  • Do not let the pie brown.
  • Cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576 kcal, Carbohydrate 85 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Sodium 336 mg, Sugar 75 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY KEY LIME PIE



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Each bite of our Easy Key Lime Pie is more refreshing than the last. With a graham cracker crust, tangy filling and sweet whipped topping, it's hard to pass up seconds. Our Easy Key Lime Pie is so delicious and so easy. You've got what it takes to make this whipped topping Key lime pie unforgettable. Psst, don't sweat it if Key limes aren't available in your local store. Check out our Expert Tips for a swap that works just as well!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups finely crushed graham crackers (20 squares)
1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted
3 tablespoons sugar
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup Key lime juice
1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, butter and sugar. Press in bottom and up side of 9-inch glass pie plate. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown; cool.
  • In large bowl, beat milk and lime juice with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and thickened. Fold in whipped topping. Spoon into cooled pie crust.
  • Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour or until set. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 42 g, TransFat 1 g

EASY KEY LIME PIE I



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This is the 1999 American Pie Council 's National Pie Championship's first place winner in the Quick and Easy Category. Garnish each piece with a slice of lime and a dollop of whipped cream or whipped topping if you like.

Provided by DINNER2

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes     Key Lime Pie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 egg yolks, beaten
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
½ cup key lime juice
1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine the egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk and lime juice. Mix well. Pour into unbaked graham cracker shell.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Allow to cool. Top with whipped topping and garnish with lime slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 144.7 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 217.4 mg, Sugar 37 g

REAL KEY LIME PIE FROM KEY WEST



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Want to take a trip to the beach from your kitchen? This key lime pie will take your taste buds on vacation. The lime filling is smooth and creamy with the perfect amount of tart flavor. Buttery and sweet, the graham cracker crust is the perfect vessel for the key lime filling. The dollop of whipped cream on top cuts the bite of...

Provided by R C

Categories     Pies

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

CRUST
16 graham crackers, crushed
3 Tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 lb unsalted butter
PIE FILLING
4 large egg yolks
14 oz sweetened condensed milk
1/2 c fresh key lime juice (approximately 12 key limes)
2 tsp lime peel, grated, green portion only
WHIPPING CREAM FOR GARNISH (OPTIONAL)
1/2 c heavy whipping cream
2 tsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp Madagascar pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. CRUST: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix the ingredients together and press them into a 9-inch pie plate (glass or pre-formed tin is your option). Bake in oven in middle rack for 10-12 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from oven, and cool on a rack. Note: Do not turn off the oven, as you will be baking the next portion of the pie momentarily.
  • 2. PIE FILLING: In a stand mixer with the whipping attachment, beat the egg yolks on medium speed until they are thick and turn yellow, DO NOT OVERMIX!
  • 3. Turn the mixer off and add the sweetened condensed milk, and turn the mixer speed to low. Drizzle 1/2 of the lime juice. Once the lime juice is incorporated, add the other half of the juice and the zest, continue to mix until melted (just a few seconds).
  • 4. Pour the mixture into the pie shell.
  • 5. Bake at 350 degrees F for 12 minutes to set the yolks. Remove from oven and cool to room temperature and then refrigerate for approximately 2 hours to set.
  • 6. WHIPPING CREAM: In a stainless steel medium bowl, combine whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla and whisk by hand until creamy peaks form.
  • 7. SERVING: Take the pie out of the refrigerator and slice pie in 8ths. Plate pie and add a dollop of whip cream! Try it also with some toasted coconut too!

EASY KEY LIME PIE



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You need only five ingredients to create this refreshing, easy Key lime pie. It's special enough for weekend potlucks, but easy enough to make for a weeknight dessert. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup Key lime juice or lime juice
1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)
2 cups whipped topping
Lime slices, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in milk and lime juice until blended. Transfer to crust. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours. Just before serving, garnish with whipped topping and, if desired, lime slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 274mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

EASY KEY WEST KEY LIME PIE



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No eggs in this one! Love it! I grew up in South Miami and ate this often! Adapted from Florida Keys Treasures!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Pie

Time 10m

Yield 2 pies

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (14 ounce) can condensed milk
1/2 cup key lime juice (about 12 key limes)
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
12 ounces Cool Whip
2 graham cracker pie crust, pre-baked

Steps:

  • Blend condensed milk and cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add lime juice and mix thoroughly. Fold in thawed cool whip.
  • Pour into two pie shells. Garnish with grated lime rind.
  • Refrigerate 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2811.2, Fat 160.6, SaturatedFat 86, Cholesterol 196.6, Sodium 2014.1, Carbohydrate 318.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 247.1, Protein 37.7

EASY (NO EGG) KEY LIME PIE



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Make and share this Easy (no Egg) Key Lime Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Catdocmom

Categories     Pie

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
8 ounces softened cream cheese
2/3 cup key lime juice (such as Nellie and Joe's)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 graham cracker pie crust
whipped topping
lime slice, for decoration

Steps:

  • In blender, mix condensed milk, cream cheese, and lime juice until smooth.
  • Add vanilla and blend until mixed through.
  • Pour into graham cracker crust.
  • Add whipped topping to top of pie.
  • Refrigerate for 3-4 hours before serving.
  • Decorate top of pie with lime slices.

AUTHENTIC KEY LIME PIE



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I am a Florida native who raised Key lime trees in the back yard. This recipe is as authentic as it gets. A real Key lime pie is plain, simple. This is the recipe I grew up with. I hope you like it.

Provided by JetsonRING

Time 5h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (14 ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk
4 jumbo egg yolks
½ cup Key lime juice
1 (8 inch) graham cracker crust

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk condensed milk and egg yolks together in a large mixing bowl. Mix in Key lime juice; mixture will be thin at first but will thicken as it is whisked. Whisk until smooth and thick. Pour into the graham cracker crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is firm to the touch and only slightly jiggly in the center, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate before serving, 5 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.5 calories, Carbohydrate 69 g, Cholesterol 172.1 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 251.8 mg, Sugar 61.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh key limes. If you can't find key limes, you can substitute regular limes, but the flavor will be slightly different.
  • Make sure your limes are ripe. Ripe limes will be green and slightly soft to the touch.
  • To get the most juice out of your limes, roll them firmly on a hard surface before juicing them.
  • If you don't have a lime zester, you can use a fine grater to zest your limes.
  • Be careful not to overcook your egg yolks. Overcooked egg yolks will be tough and rubbery.
  • To prevent your pie crust from becoming soggy, pre-bake it for 10-15 minutes before filling it.
  • Let your pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Easy key lime pie is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy filling and tart lime flavor, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give this key lime pie recipe a try.

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