Florida Key Lime Pie

Health score
10%
Florida Key Lime Pie
45 min.
10
1259kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing taste of Florida Key Lime Pie, a classic dessert that perfectly captures the essence of the Sunshine State. With its vibrant citrus flavor and creamy texture, this pie is a delightful treat that will transport you straight to the sandy shores of Florida. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or simply craving a sweet escape, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.

What makes this Key Lime Pie truly special is its balance of tangy key lime juice and rich cream cheese, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. The addition of whipped cream topping adds a light and airy finish, making each bite a heavenly experience. Plus, it's surprisingly easy to prepare, taking just 45 minutes of your time, allowing you to spend more moments enjoying the company of friends and family.

With a calorie count of 1259 kcal for the entire pie, it serves up to 10 people, making it a perfect dessert for gatherings. The combination of flavors and textures will leave everyone asking for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up this delightful dessert that embodies the spirit of Florida. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons powdered sugar 
  • 16 ounce cream cheese softened
  • inch graham cracker crust prepared
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream chilled
  • 0.8 cup juice of lime 
  • teaspoon lime zest grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 28 ounce condensed milk) can condensed milk sweetened low-fat canned
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • mixing bowl
  • sieve
  • plastic wrap

Directions

  1. To Make Lime Filling: In a large mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until fluffy.
  2. Add condensed milk, lime juice, lime rind, and salt. Whip until mixture is smooth.
  3. Pour into graham cracker crust. Cover with plastic wrap and chill thoroughly.
  4. To Make Topping: In a medium bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form.
  5. Add vanilla or lemon extract and confectioners' sugar. Continue to whip until cream forms stiff peaks.
  6. Place topping in a fine-mesh sieve and place sieve over a bowl to catch liquid that drains off. Cover topping tightly with plastic wrap and allow to drain for 2 hours.
  7. Before serving, discard liquid that has drained from topping.
  8. Spread topping over pie.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1259kcal
Protein5.49%
Fat46.52%
Carbs47.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.9
Glycemic Load
0.68
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
19.891304399656%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.4mg
Hesperetin
1.71mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1259.43kcal
62.97%
Fat:65.13g
100.2%
Saturated Fat:24.27g
151.7%
Carbohydrates:151.2g
50.4%
Net Carbohydrates:148.21g
53.9%
Sugar:78.44g
87.16%
Cholesterol:82.63mg
27.54%
Sodium:1007.45mg
43.8%
Alcohol:0.14g
100%
Alcohol %:0.05%
100%
Protein:17.3g
34.6%
Manganese:1.98mg
98.94%
Vitamin K:35.18µg
33.5%
Calcium:305.23mg
30.52%
Vitamin B2:0.48mg
28.15%
Folate:106.32µg
26.58%
Vitamin B3:5.01mg
25.05%
Phosphorus:243.95mg
24.39%
Vitamin A:1168.19IU
23.36%
Vitamin E:3.48mg
23.2%
Iron:4.07mg
22.62%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
20.09%
Copper:0.36mg
17.88%
Zinc:2.21mg
14.75%
Selenium:8.63µg
12.32%
Fiber:2.99g
11.94%
Magnesium:42.45mg
10.61%
Potassium:277.47mg
7.93%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.85%
Vitamin C:5.65mg
6.84%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.14%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.54%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.3%
Source:Allrecipes