Description

A luscious, citrusy dessert that perfectly balances tart key lime flavor with a velvety smooth filling, all nestled in a buttery pecan cookie crust. Topped with fluffy whipped cream, this pie is a refreshing treat that’s perfect for warm days or anytime you crave a burst of tropical bliss

Ingredients

For the Pecan Cookie Crust:

2 cups (250g) digestives or graham crackers
1 cup (100g) pecans, roasted (or raw, then toasted)
5 tbsp (70g) unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp powdered sugar

For the Key Lime Filling:

Zest of 10 key limes (or 5 Persian limes)
2 large egg yolks
2 cans (14oz each, 792g total) sweetened condensed milk
⅓ cup (80g) full-fat sour cream
1 cup (240g) key lime juice (can be a mix of Persian and key limes)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Pinch of fine sea salt

For the Velvety Whipped Topping (Optional but Recommended!):

2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Pinch of fine sea salt
¼ cup powdered sugar

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Instructions

Crafting the Perfect Crust:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line the bottom of an 8 or 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
Finely grind the cookies and pecans in a food processor.
Stir in melted butter and powdered sugar until the texture resembles wet sand.
Firmly press the mixture into the pan, covering the bottom and slightly up the sides.
Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool.

2. Preparing the Silky Key Lime Filling:

Zest and juice the limes, ensuring you have 1 full cup of juice.
In a bowl, whisk together the zest, juice, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla, salt, egg yolks, and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
Bake at 350°F for about 15-25 minutes, or until the center has a slight jiggle.
Let the pie cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight for best results).

3. Whipping Up the Fluffy Topping:

In a food processor, combine all topping ingredients.
Process on high until thickened, about 2-4 minutes (keep an eye on it to avoid over-whipping).
Spread over the chilled pie before serving.

4. Serve & Enjoy:

Garnish with additional lime zest for a pop of color.
Slice, serve, and watch it disappear!

Notes

For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed key lime juice.
If key limes are unavailable, a mix of Persian limes and bottled key lime juice works well.
Let the pie chill overnight for the creamiest texture.
The whipped topping can be stabilized with a tablespoon of cornstarch or gelatin if needed for longer storage.

Enjoy your Heavenly Key Lime Bliss Pie!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American