Best 3 Key West Key Lime Pie Recipes

Indulge in the Tropical Delights of Key West Key Lime Pie: A Journey Through Flavors. In the heart of the Florida Keys, nestled amidst turquoise waters and swaying palms, lies a culinary treasure that has captured the hearts and taste buds of dessert enthusiasts worldwide—the Key West Key Lime Pie. This iconic pie, with its vibrant yellow filling and tangy-sweet flavor, epitomizes the essence of sunshine and coastal charm. Embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the tantalizing world of Key West Key Lime Pie, unraveling the secrets behind its irresistible appeal and offering a guide to creating your own slice of paradise.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

REAL KEY LIME PIE FROM KEY WEST

Real Key Lime Pie From Key West image

Want to take a trip to the beach from your kitchen? This key lime pie will take your taste buds on vacation. The lime filling is smooth and creamy with the perfect amount of tart flavor. Buttery and sweet, the graham cracker crust is the perfect vessel for the key lime filling. The dollop of whipped cream on top cuts the bite of...

Provided by R C

Categories Pies

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

CRUST
16 graham crackers, crushed
3 Tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 lb unsalted butter
PIE FILLING
4 large egg yolks
14 oz sweetened condensed milk
1/2 c fresh key lime juice (approximately 12 key limes)
2 tsp lime peel, grated, green portion only
WHIPPING CREAM FOR GARNISH (OPTIONAL)
1/2 c heavy whipping cream
2 tsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp Madagascar pure vanilla extract

Steps:

1. CRUST: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix the ingredients together and press them into a 9-inch pie plate (glass or pre-formed tin is your option). Bake in oven in middle rack for 10-12 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from oven, and cool on a rack. Note: Do not turn off the oven, as you will be baking the next portion of the pie momentarily.
2. PIE FILLING: In a stand mixer with the whipping attachment, beat the egg yolks on medium speed until they are thick and turn yellow, DO NOT OVERMIX!
3. Turn the mixer off and add the sweetened condensed milk, and turn the mixer speed to low. Drizzle 1/2 of the lime juice. Once the lime juice is incorporated, add the other half of the juice and the zest, continue to mix until melted (just a few seconds).
4. Pour the mixture into the pie shell.
5. Bake at 350 degrees F for 12 minutes to set the yolks. Remove from oven and cool to room temperature and then refrigerate for approximately 2 hours to set.
6. WHIPPING CREAM: In a stainless steel medium bowl, combine whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla and whisk by hand until creamy peaks form.
7. SERVING: Take the pie out of the refrigerator and slice pie in 8ths. Plate pie and add a dollop of whip cream! Try it also with some toasted coconut too!

EASY KEY WEST KEY LIME PIE

Easy Key West Key Lime Pie image

No eggs in this one! Love it! I grew up in South Miami and ate this often! Adapted from Florida Keys Treasures!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories Pie

Time 10m

Yield 2 pies

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 (14 ounce) can condensed milk
1/2 cup key lime juice (about 12 key limes)
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
12 ounces Cool Whip
2 graham cracker pie crust, pre-baked

Steps:

Blend condensed milk and cream cheese until smooth.
Add lime juice and mix thoroughly. Fold in thawed cool whip.
Pour into two pie shells. Garnish with grated lime rind.
Refrigerate 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2811.2, Fat 160.6, SaturatedFat 86, Cholesterol 196.6, Sodium 2014.1, Carbohydrate 318.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 247.1, Protein 37.7

KEY WEST KEY LIME PIE

Key West Key Lime Pie image

This recipe was given to me at a wedding shower. It was used in a game & didn't have the name attached to the card but we Love Love Love this Key Lime Pie!

Provided by Cindy Dozier

Categories Pies

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST
1 1/2 c graham crackers, crushed
1/3 c sugar
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
6 Tbsp butter, melted
KEY LIME PIE FILLING
14 oz sweetened condensed milk
3 egg yolks
1/2 c key lime juice
OPTIONAL PIE TOPPINGS
1 lime - thinly sliced
1 tub whipped topping

Steps:

1. Crust: Mix all ingredients in food processor then press into 9" pie plate, pushing up sides. Bake @ 375 for 7 minutes. Remove from oven & cool completely.
2. Filling: Blend all ingredients until smooth. Pour into cooled crust & bake @ 350 for 15 minutes. Remove from oven & cool for 10 minutes then place in fridge til chilled thru. Then slice & top with whipped topping & garnish with lime slice on top.
3. NOTE: Definetly use the Key Limes for this recipe. There is a big difference in a regular lime & a key lime & it comes through in this recipe! Also I used a pie ring after the filling was put into the crust to make sure the crust edges did not burn. Enjoy!

Tips:

To ensure the smoothest filling, use a fine-mesh sieve to strain the lime juice before adding it to the other ingredients.
For a perfectly baked crust, preheat your oven to the correct temperature and bake the crust for the recommended amount of time. An underbaked crust will be soggy, while an overbaked crust will be dry and crumbly.
To prevent the filling from cracking, let it cool completely before refrigerating it. Covering the pie with plastic wrap will also help to prevent cracking.
For a professional-looking pie, use a pastry bag fitted with a star tip to pipe the whipped cream on top.
Key lime pie is best served chilled. Store it in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Conclusion:

With its creamy, tart filling and flaky, buttery crust, key lime pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its tropical flavors, this pie will remind you of summers spent in paradise. Whether you are a novice baker or an experienced pastry chef, you can easily make this delicious dessert.