Classic Key Lime Pie – Fresco Produce

SERVING SIZE

8

PREP TIME

XX

Ingredients

For the crust:

1½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup (70g) granulated sugar
6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted

For the filling:

4 large egg yolks
1 can (14 oz / 396g) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup (120 ml) Key lime juice (fresh)
1 tsp Key lime zest (optional, for more aroma)

For the topping (optional):

1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1

Make the crust:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, covering the bottom and sides.
Bake for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool slightly.

2

Make the filling:

In a bowl, whisk egg yolks until slightly thickened (about 1 minute).
Add sweetened condensed milk and mix until smooth.
Stir in lime juice and zest, mixing well until creamy and combined.
Pour the filling into the cooled crust.

3

Bake the pie:

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15–18 minutes, just until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully chilled.

4

Make whipped topping (optional):

Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
Spread or pipe on top of the chilled pie.