CARIBBEAN BLACK BOTTOMED KEY LIME PIE

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Serve this key lime pie this summer when you're looking for a cool dessert on a hot day. The pie is extra creamy with a delicious chocolate cookie crust. It has a tart, sweet flavor with a tropical flair. Top this with whipped cream and a sprinkle of lime zest for a fancy but easy to make key lime pie.

Provided by Michelle Fedele

Categories     Pies

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

CRUST
2 Tbsp almonds, chopped
20 chocolate cookies
4 Tbsp melted butter
FILLING
1 lb cream cheese
2/3 c granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c sour cream
1 1/2 Tbsp lime zest
1/4 c fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 F and then prepare the crust. Finely crush the cookies and almonds in a food processor.
  • 2. Add the melted butter and combine.
  • 3. Press mixture into a 9-inch pie plate and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • 4. Make Filling: Beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy.
  • 5. Add the eggs, vanilla, and sugar. Beat until smooth.
  • 6. Gently beat in the sour cream, lime zest, and lime juice.
  • 7. Pour the mixture into the crust.
  • 8. Bake 40-50 minutes until the pie is slightly puffed and the center is set.
  • 9. Cool completely on wire racks. Then refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.

Ahmad Sultan
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Overall, I'm really happy with this recipe. The pie was delicious and it was a hit with my family and friends.


Xudeyfa Abdullahi
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The instructions were a bit unclear in some places, but I was able to figure it out. The pie turned out great!


Giriraj Sharma
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This pie is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. I would recommend using less sugar in the filling if you like less sweet desserts.


Haibat Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of key lime pie, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The black bottom layer adds a nice richness and depth of flavor.


Madinah Tumusiime
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This pie is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The results are stunning and the taste is amazing.


Joseph Gyimah
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This pie is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The filling is creamy and smooth, and the crust is buttery and flaky.


Emberlyn Mitch
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This pie is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Shekh Samun
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This pie was a hit! I brought it to a potluck and everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


Shayla Mason
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The crust was a bit crumbly, but the filling was delicious. I think I'll try using a different graham cracker crust next time.


Aliha Zia
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This pie was a bit too tart for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. I would recommend using less key lime juice if you don't like tart desserts.


Jeffrey Trout
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I love the unique flavor of this pie. The black bottom layer adds a richness and depth of flavor that you don't get with a traditional key lime pie. I also appreciate that this recipe doesn't require any special ingredients or equipment.


Hasan Sardar
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This pie was easy to make and turned out delicious. I used store-bought graham cracker crust to save time, but I think it would be even better with a homemade crust. The filling was creamy and tangy, and the meringue topping was the perfect finishing


Sophie Webb
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I've made this pie several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The filling is smooth and creamy, with just the right amount of tartness. The crust is sturdy and holds up well to the filling. I love that this pie can be made ahead of time, whic


Angela Evans
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This pie was a huge hit at my family gathering! The combination of the sweet and tangy key lime filling and the rich, buttery graham cracker crust was divine. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe t