A Refreshingly Creamy Dessert
Ingredients:
- Crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Filling:
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
- Press mixture into a 9-inch pie plate.
- Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
- Make the Filling:
- In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, lime zest, and salt until smooth.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream until combined.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Pour the filling over the chilled crust.
- Smooth the top and chill for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until set.
- Serve:
- Garnish with lime zest or fresh lime wedges, if desired.
Tips:
- For a tangier flavor, use more lime juice.
- To make a lighter version, use low-fat or non-fat sweetened condensed milk and whipped cream.
- For a more intense lime flavor, add a few drops of green food coloring to the filling.
Enjoy this refreshing and easy-to-make no-bake key lime pie!