Creamy Key Lime Pie

Health score
2%
Creamy Key Lime Pie
260 min.
8
422kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing taste of a Creamy Key Lime Pie, a dessert that perfectly balances tangy and sweet flavors. This delightful treat is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering. With its smooth, creamy filling nestled in a flaky pie crust, each slice offers a burst of zesty lime that transports you straight to a tropical paradise.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity. Using just a handful of ingredients, including rich cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk, you can create a dessert that feels indulgent yet is surprisingly easy to prepare. The addition of fresh lime juice and zest elevates the flavor profile, giving it that signature Key lime taste that is both refreshing and satisfying.

Perfect for warm weather or any occasion that calls for a light and refreshing dessert, this Creamy Key Lime Pie is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, this pie is a delightful way to end any meal. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up this delicious dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • oz cream cheese softened
  •  deep dish pie crust frozen pillsbury®
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime 
  • tablespoon lime zest grated
  • 14 oz condensed milk sweetened canned (not evaporated)
  • cup non-dairy whipped topping frozen thawed ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Place cookie sheet on oven rack.
  2. Heat oven to 375°F.
  3. Let 1 crust thaw 10 to 20 minutes. Prick bottom and around side thoroughly with fork.
  4. Bake on cookie sheet 9 to 11 minutes or until very light golden brown.
  5. In medium bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in egg and condensed milk. Beat in 1 tablespoon lime peel and the lime juice.
  6. Spread over crust.
  7. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until center is set. Cool 30 minutes. Cover loosely; refrigerate at least 3 hours until chilled. Just before serving, top with whipped topping.
  8. Garnish with additional lime peel. Cover and refrigerate any remaining pie.

Nutrition Facts

Calories422kcal
Protein7.7%
Fat50.32%
Carbs41.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15
Glycemic Load
16.9
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.740869646487%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.22mg
Hesperetin
1.23mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:422.3kcal
21.11%
Fat:23.95g
36.84%
Saturated Fat:11.98g
74.87%
Carbohydrates:44.95g
14.98%
Net Carbohydrates:44.49g
16.18%
Sugar:30.47g
33.86%
Cholesterol:66.15mg
22.05%
Sodium:266.52mg
11.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.25g
16.5%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.42%
Phosphorus:194.44mg
19.44%
Selenium:12.98µg
18.54%
Calcium:185.44mg
18.54%
Vitamin A:555.25IU
11.11%
Folate:33.7µg
8.42%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.14%
Potassium:276.81mg
7.91%
Vitamin B5:0.73mg
7.34%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.2%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.81%
Zinc:0.83mg
5.52%
Vitamin C:4.53mg
5.49%
Magnesium:21.86mg
5.46%
Vitamin E:0.8mg
5.35%
Vitamin K:5.51µg
5.25%
Iron:0.88mg
4.91%
Vitamin B3:0.87mg
4.33%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.49%
Copper:0.04mg
2.15%
Fiber:0.46g
1.83%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.39%