Easy Key Lime Pie Recipe

4.50 from 2 votes

Easy Key Lime Pie - A perfect treat for spring and summer. Cool, creamy, refreshing, not too tart and not too sweet!

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: key lime, pie, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 514kcal

Author: Leigh Harris

Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
In a small bowl combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and butter. Mix until combined. Press crumbs into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes at 350F degrees. Cool on a wire rack while preparing the filling.
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

In a large bowl whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, key lime juice, and key lime zest until smooth.
2- 14 oz. cans sweetened condensed milk, 1/2 cup sour cream, 3/4 cup fresh key lime juice, zest from 2 key limes
Pour into prepared crust and bake for 15 minutes, until tiny bubbles start to form on the surface.
Place pie on a wire rack to cool. Once cool chill for at least 3 hours.

Beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Pipe or spread the whipped cream on top of chilled pie as desired. Garnish with additional key lime zest.
1 cup heavy whipping cream, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

This pie bakes quickly so keep an eye on it while baking. Every oven is different.

Make Ahead -This pie can be prepared up to 48 hours ahead. Cover it tightly with plastic wrap and garnish with whipped cream when ready to serve.

Storing and Freezing - Scroll up to the FAQ section of the post.