Classic No Bake Key Lime Pie Recipe

Classic No Bake Key Lime Pie Recipe

Lady, this classic no bake key lime pie delivers tart glamour fast. You whisk, chill, and suddenly seem organized. Creamy filling snaps with citrus attitude. Crust stays buttery and loyal. Serve one slice, then guard the rest like prized jewelry tonight from greedy hands nearby always.

Whisk condensed milk, lime juice, and cream until thick. Press crumbs into crust and chill until firm. Top with whipped cream and extra zest. Freeze briefly for cleaner slices. Swap lemon for a cousin twist. Refrigerate covered three days, if restraint exists in your household there somehow.

Classic No Bake Key Lime Pie Recipe
Judy John

Classic No Bake Key Lime Pie Recipe

Classic no bake key lime pie blends creamy citrus filling and buttery crumb crust into an easy chilled dessert with bright flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 274

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs fine crumbs
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • 2 tbsp sugar
Filling
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk 1 can
  • 0.75 cup key lime juice fresh or bottled
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 1 cup heavy cream cold
Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • 1 tsp lime zest for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Freezer
  • Scoop
  • Tray
  • Pie Dish
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Mix crumbs, butter, and sugar until moistened. Press into pie dish firmly.
  2. Chill crust 10 minutes so it holds shape.
  3. Whip heavy cream to soft peaks in a cold bowl.
  4. Whisk condensed milk, lime juice, and zest until thickened and smooth.
  5. Fold whipped cream into lime mixture gently for airy texture.
  6. Spoon filling into crust and smooth the top evenly.
  7. Refrigerate until firm or freeze briefly for cleaner slices.
  8. Top with whipped cream, garnish with zest, slice, and serve chilled.

Notes

For softer texture, chill only until set. For firmer slices, freeze 20 minutes before cutting. Handle slices with a warm knife. Add more zest for sharper flavor or swap lemon juice. Store covered in refrigerator up to 3 days.

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