creamy lime/lemon pie with whipped topping and a crumb crust, very similar to a classic Key lime pie. Here is a full homemade recipe.
🍋 Key Lime Pie (Creamy Citrus Pie)
🧾 Ingredients
Crust
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1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
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⅓ cup sugar
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6 tbsp melted butter
Filling
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4 egg yolks
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1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
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½ cup fresh lime juice (or lemon juice)
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1 tbsp lime zest (optional)
Topping
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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½ tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Make the crust
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
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Press mixture firmly into a pie dish (bottom and sides).
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Bake 8–10 minutes, then let cool.
2️⃣ Prepare the filling
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Whisk egg yolks until slightly thick.
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Add condensed milk and mix well.
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Stir in lime juice and zest.
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Pour filling into the crust.
3️⃣ Bake the pie
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Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes.
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The center should be slightly set.
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Cool completely, then refrigerate at least 3 hours.
4️⃣ Make whipped topping
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Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
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Whip until soft peaks form.
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Spread or pipe over chilled pie.
✅ Tips for the best pie
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Fresh lime juice gives the best flavor.
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Chill overnight for the creamiest texture.
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Garnish with lime slices or zest.
⭐ If you want, I can also show:
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The original Florida bakery Key Lime Pie recipe (much creamier)
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A no-bake 5-minute version
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The secret ingredient bakeries use to make it extra smooth.