Best Key Lime Pie

This creamy, tangy key lime pie is a refreshing dessert with a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors.

Ingredients:
For the Crust:
Graham Cracker Crumbs – 1 1/2 cups
Melted Butter – 1/3 cup
Granulated Sugar – 2 tbsp
For the Filling:
Key Lime Juice – 1/2 cup, freshly squeezed if possible
Sweetened Condensed Milk – 1 (14 oz) can
Egg Yolks – 3 large
For the Whipped Topping:
Heavy Whipping Cream – 1 cup, chilled
Powdered Sugar – 2 tbsp
Vanilla Extract – 1/2 tsp
Instructions:
Prepare the Crust

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until well combined.
Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
Make the Filling

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks until smooth and creamy.
Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake the Pie

Bake the pie at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes, until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until fully chilled.
Prepare the Whipped Topping

In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Serve

Once the pie is fully chilled, spread or pipe the whipped topping over the pie. Garnish with extra lime zest if desired for a fresh pop of color and flavor.
Enjoy every creamy, tangy bite of this best-ever Key Lime Pie, perfect for any special occasion or summer treat!