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Key Lime Pie

A simple no-bake filling of key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks sets into a tangy, creamy pie on a graham cracker crust.

⏱ 15 minPrep time
🔥 15 minCook time
🍽 8Servings
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Key lime pie originated in the Florida Keys in the late 19th century, made possible by the invention of sweetened condensed milk, which allowed a creamy filling without refrigeration in the pre-electricity Keys. Tart key limes, smaller and more aromatic than standard limes, give the pie its distinctive tangy flavor.

Tangy, creamy, and unmistakably Florida

A simple no-bake filling of key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks sets into a tangy, creamy pie on a graham cracker crust.

Step by stepInstructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 165°C. Mix the graham crumbs with melted butter and press into a pie dish.
  2. Bake the crust for 8 minutes, then let cool slightly.
  3. Whisk together the egg yolks, condensed milk, and key lime juice until smooth.
  4. Pour into the crust and bake 12-15 minutes until just set.
  5. Cool completely, then refrigerate at least 3 hours.
  6. Top with whipped cream before serving.

💡 Chef tips & storage

Bottled key lime juice works well if fresh key limes aren't available, since they can be hard to find outside Florida. Chill the pie thoroughly for the cleanest slices.

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Recipe details

Prep15 min
Cook15 min
Servings8
CategoryDessert
PublishedAugust 12, 2026
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