Best 5 Key Lime Pie With Butter Cracker Crust Recipes

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Are you in search of a delectable and tangy dessert that is not only easy to make but also sure to impress your family and friends? Look no further than the classic Key lime pie with butter cracker crust! This delightful treat is a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors, with a creamy filling nestled in a buttery, crunchy crust. The key lime pie is a refreshing and light dessert that is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a summer barbecue or a special holiday gathering. So gather your ingredients and let's dive into the world of this delightful dessert!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

KEY LIME PIE



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Made with ordinary limes, this "Key lime" pie tastes every bit as authentic as the real deal -- plus it's easier to make.

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1½ cups finely crushed graham cracker crumbs, from about 12 whole graham crackers
⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Two 14-oz cans sweetened condensed milk
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk)
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
¾ cup fresh lime juice
1 cup cold heavy cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
8 to 10 thin lime slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 °F and set an oven rack in the middle position.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter; stir with a fork first, and then your hands until the mixture is well combined. Using your fingers and the bottom of a glass or dry measuring cup, press the crumbs firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9 x 1.5-inch (deep-dish) pie pan. The crust should be about ¼-inch thick. (Tip: do the sides first.)
  • Bake for 10 minutes, until just slightly browned. Let the crust cool on a wire rack.
  • Lower the oven temperature to 350°F.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, yogurt, lime zest, and lime juice. Pour the thick mixture into the warm graham cracker crust. Bake for 15 minutes, until the filling is almost set; it should wobble a bit. Let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then place in the refrigerator to chill thoroughly, about 3 hours.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add the confectioners' sugar and beat until medium peaks form. Top the pie with the whipped cream. Decorate with the lime zest and lime slices. Store the pie in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Slice the pie into wedges, wiping your knife clean between slices, and serve cold.
  • Make-Ahead Instructions: You can make the crust a day ahead of time, but the filling should be added on the day of serving, otherwise the crust will get soggy.
  • Note: The nutritional information was calculated using 2% Greek yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481, Fat 24 g, Carbohydrate 60 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sugar 54 g, Fiber 0 g, Sodium 183 mg, Cholesterol 76 mg

KEY LIME PIE WITH HOMEMADE GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



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Make and share this Key Lime Pie With Homemade Graham Cracker Crust recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 885444

Categories     Pie

Time 40m

Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup light brown sugar
1 (8 ounce) package fat free cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can fat-free sweetened condensed milk
4 egg yolks
3/4 cup key lime juice

Steps:

  • Crust:.
  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Mix Graham Crackers, Light Brown Sugar, and Butter.
  • Press onto bottom and sides of 9" pie pan.
  • Bake crust for 8-10 minute.
  • Fill (cool crust if desired).
  • Filling:.
  • Beat cream cheese until creamy.
  • Add in condensed milk.
  • Add egg yolks, beat until smooth.
  • Add Key Lime Juice and beat until thoroughly combined.
  • Pour into pie crust and distribute evenly.
  • Bake on 350 degrees for 10 minute.
  • Remove from oven and cool.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour and 30 minute.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.2, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 101.7, Sodium 306.5, Carbohydrate 21.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 14.1, Protein 6.5

5-INGREDIENT KEY LIME PIE



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A simple 5-ingredient Key lime pie I've been eating my whole life in south Florida.

Provided by Logan Fleming

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅓ (14.4 ounce) package graham crackers, broken into quarters
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
3 large egg yolks
½ cup Key lime juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Process graham crackers in a food processor; the finer the crumbs, the more the crust will stick together. Transfer to a bowl and mix with melted butter. Press and mold mixture into a 9-inch pie pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for 15 minutes. Leave the oven on.
  • While the crust is cooling, combine condensed milk and egg yolks in a bowl; whisk until fully blended and no yolks are visible in the mixture. Slowly pour in Key lime juice while stirring until combined. Pour into the cooled crust.
  • Return to the oven and bake until filling is firm to the touch and only slightly jiggly in the center, 10 to 15 minutes. Cool to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Cholesterol 124 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 32.3 g

EASY KEY LIME PIE I



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This is the 1999 American Pie Council 's National Pie Championship's first place winner in the Quick and Easy Category. Garnish each piece with a slice of lime and a dollop of whipped cream or whipped topping if you like.

Provided by DINNER2

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes     Key Lime Pie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 egg yolks, beaten
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
½ cup key lime juice
1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine the egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk and lime juice. Mix well. Pour into unbaked graham cracker shell.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Allow to cool. Top with whipped topping and garnish with lime slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 144.7 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 217.4 mg, Sugar 37 g

KEY LIME PIE



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We created this refreshing mini pie with a homemade crumb crust and a pudding-like lime filling. If you can't find Key lime juice, regular lime juice works just fine. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2/3 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
1 drop green food coloring, optional
2 large egg yolks, room temperature, beaten
2 tablespoons Key lime juice
1 teaspoon butter
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
Whipped cream, optional
Optional: Thinly sliced Key limes and additional grated lime zest

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a 7-in. pie plate coated with cooking spray. Bake at 325° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, cornstarch and salt; gradually stir in water and, if desired, food coloring. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in lime juice, butter and lime zest. , Pour into crust. Cool for 15 minutes. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Garnish with whipped cream, lime slices and zest if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh key limes. If you can't find key limes, you can substitute regular limes, but the flavor will be slightly different.
  • Be sure to zest the limes before juicing them. The zest adds a lot of flavor to the pie.
  • When making the crust, be sure to crush the butter crackers very fine. This will help the crust to hold together well.
  • Don't overbeat the egg yolks when making the filling. Overbeating can make the filling tough.
  • Bake the pie until the filling is just set. Overbaking can make the filling rubbery.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will help the filling to firm up.
  • Serve the pie with whipped cream or meringue.

Conclusion:

Key lime pie is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, tart filling and buttery cracker crust, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, give key lime pie a try.

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