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Creamy No-Bake Key Lime Pie

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A quick and easy no-bake key lime pie with a creamy, tangy filling and a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for a refreshing summer dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs (honey-flavored preferred)
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 can (14 oz / 396g) sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup (120 ml) fresh key lime juice (or regular lime juice)
  • 1 teaspoon key lime zest (optional)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • Thin lime slices or zest curls for garnish
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until evenly coated and press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to set.
  2. Prepare the filling base: In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, fresh key lime juice, and lime zest if using until the mixture thickens slightly and turns pale, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Whip the cream: In a separate chilled bowl, beat heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  4. Fold the whipped cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the lime-condensed milk mixture using a spatula until smooth and fluffy.
  5. Assemble and chill: Pour the filling into the prepared crust, smooth the top, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Garnish and serve: Decorate with thin lime slices, zest curls, or fresh mint leaves. Slice with a sharp knife dipped in hot water for clean cuts.

Notes

Use fresh lime juice and zest for best flavor. Chill bowls and cream before whipping for better texture. Fold whipped cream gently to keep filling airy. Press crust firmly to avoid crumbling. Use a sharp knife warmed in hot water for clean slices. Chill pie at least 4 hours or overnight for best results. Avoid freezing as texture may become watery.

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Keywords: no-bake, key lime pie, summer dessert, creamy pie, easy dessert, lime pie, chilled pie

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