KEY LIME PIE WITH ALMOND CRUMB CRUST

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Categories     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Lime     Almond     Chill     Gourmet     Small Plates

Number Of Ingredients 9

For the crust
1 cup zweiback crumbs or graham cracker crumbs
2/3 cup blanched almonds, toasted lightly, cooled completely, and ground fine in a food processor
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1/4 cup sugar
3 large eggs, separated, the whites at room temperature
a 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup Key lime juice (available bottled at specialty food shops) or fresh lime juice (about 3 limes)
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Make the crust:
  • In a bowl combine well the crumbs, the almonds, the butter, and the sugar, press the mixture onto the bottom and side of a 10-inch pie plate, and bake the shell in the middle of a preheated 350°F. oven for 10 minutes, or until it is browned lightly. Let the shell cool on a rack.
  • In a large bowl beat the yolks with the condensed milk and stir in the lime juice, a little at a time, stirring to combine the filling well. Spoon the filling into the shell and chill the pie for 1 hour. In a bowl beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until they hold soft peaks, add the sugar, beating, 1 tablespoon at a time, and beat the meringue until it holds stiff peaks. Spread the meringue over the filling and bake the pie in the middle of a preheated 350°F. oven for 15 minutes, or until the meringue is just golden. Chill the pie for 2 hours.

Claudia Maldonado
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This pie was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Joseph Bethuel Egemu
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I'm not a big fan of key lime pie, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The almond crumb crust was a nice touch.


Ripon Midda
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This pie is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The results are amazing!


akanfeofficial 2209
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I love the combination of the almond crumb crust and the tangy lime filling. It's a perfect dessert for any occasion.


Salam Ifeoluwa
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This is my go-to key lime pie recipe. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


John Joseph Rico
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pie turned out perfect. The almond crumb crust was a nice twist on the classic recipe.


Oof way
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This pie was easy to make and turned out great. The crust was flaky and the filling was tangy and refreshing.


Betty Pat
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I found the crust to be a bit dry, but the filling was creamy and delicious. Overall, a good recipe.


Ncube Thandeka
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This pie was a bit too tart for my taste, but my husband loved it. The crust was delicious though.


MITU Hossain
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I made this pie for my family and they loved it. The crust was especially a hit. I'll definitely be making this again.


Yt Banladesh
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I've tried many key lime pie recipes, but this one is by far the best. The almond crumb crust is a nice touch.


Azhr Seyal
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This recipe is a keeper! The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and tangy. I added a dollop of whipped cream on top and it was heavenly.


Cheryl Lee Sanchez
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I was skeptical about the almond crumb crust, but it turned out to be the star of the show. So flavorful and buttery. The filling was also spot-on.


Riya Srk
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This pie is amazing! The perfect balance of tart and sweet. The almond crumb crust is a game-changer. Will definitely be making this again.


Rabeya Jannat098
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I love this recipe! The crust is easy to make and the filling is creamy and delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Gons baksh
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This key lime pie was a hit at our summer gathering! The almond crumb crust added a delightful nutty flavor that perfectly complemented the tangy lime filling. So refreshing and delicious!