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No-bake Key Lime Pie

A refreshing and creamy dessert that offers a perfect blend of tangy key lime flavor and a crumbly graham cracker crust, without the need for baking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling
  • 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup key lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until it resembles wet sand.
  2. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the lime mixture until fully incorporated.
  6. Pour the creamy filling into the prepared crust, spreading it out evenly.
  7. Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Garnish with additional whipped cream or lime zest just before serving, slice, and enjoy!

Notes

If you can’t find Key limes, regular lime juice works as an excellent substitute. Make sure to give the pie enough time to chill, ideally overnight. Avoid overmixing the whipped cream when folding it into the lime mixture.