Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of the tropics with our collection of authentic key lime pie recipes. These delectable desserts capture the essence of sunshine and citrus, offering a symphony of sweet, tart, and creamy sensations. Embark on a culinary journey to create these iconic pies, ranging from the classic Key lime pie with its velvety filling and graham cracker crust to innovative twists featuring unique ingredients and modern techniques. Each recipe is crafted with passion and precision, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.
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REAL KEY LIME PIE FROM KEY WEST
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
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!
REAL KEY LIME PIE
I found this recipe one day and could not wait to try it. I travel a lot so I scoured the southeast looking for a Key Lime pie that wasn't artificially green and tasted the way my mother always said it tasted. This recipe fills all those promises of tasty limy goodness! Not baked, so make sure you have plenty of room in the fridge.
Provided by Easy Baker
Categories Pie
Time 2h15m
Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium-sized bowl, beat the cream cheese until soft.
- Add the condensed milk and beat until well blended (it should be relatively smooth, don't worry about little lumps).
- Add the Key Lime juice and Lime Oil, mixing until smooth.
- Pour filling into a pie crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Garnish with whipped cream and limes, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.2, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 59.8, Sodium 178.7, Carbohydrate 29.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 27.3, Protein 6.9
Tips:
- Use ripe key limes. The riper the limes, the more flavorful your pie will be. Look for limes that are deep yellow in color and feel heavy for their size.
- Zest the limes before juicing them. The zest contains a lot of flavor, so don't skip this step. Use a microplane or zester to remove the zest from the limes.
- Use fresh lime juice. Bottled lime juice doesn't have the same flavor as fresh lime juice. If you can't find fresh limes, you can substitute lemon juice, but the flavor will be slightly different.
- Don't overbeat the egg yolks. Overbeaten egg yolks can make the pie filling curdle. Beat the egg yolks just until they are combined.
- Bake the pie until the filling is set. The pie is done baking when the filling is no longer jiggly. If you're not sure if the pie is done, insert a toothpick into the center of the pie. If the toothpick comes out clean, the pie is done.
- Chill the pie before serving. The pie needs to chill for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld.
Conclusion:
Key lime pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its bright, citrusy flavor and creamy filling, key lime pie is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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