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No-Bake Key Lime Pie

A bright and creamy pie that celebrates the tanginess of key limes and the sweetness of condensed milk, perfect for easy entertaining without the need for baking.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, No-Bake
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs Toasted is preferred.
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened Beat until smooth to avoid lumps.
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream Plus an additional cup for topping.
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 0.5 cups key lime juice Taste and adjust based on preference.
  • 2 limes zest from
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • Lime zest optional for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well mixed.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan and refrigerate.
Make the Filling
  1. In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  2. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then mix in the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest.
  3. Carefully fold in the whipped cream.
  4. Pour the filling into the chilled crust and spread evenly.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
Topping
  1. Whip the additional 1 cup of heavy cream with the powdered sugar until medium stiff peaks form.
  2. Spread or pipe over the pie.
  3. Garnish with lime zest if desired before serving.

Notes

Chill the pie pan before pressing in the crust to help the butter set quickly. For clean slices, use a knife warmed under hot water. The pie can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or frozen for up to a month.