Key Lime Pie III

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 1
A tangy and sweet Key Lime Pie III perfect for a refreshing dessert
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pie crust , baked
1 cup boiling water
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1 egg yolk , beaten
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon bitters
1 egg white
2 drops green food coloring ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
299
Sugar
32g
Fat
13g
Key Lime Pie is a popular dessert in the southern states of the US. It has a tangy, sweet filling made from lime juice and sweetened condensed milk, and is served with a light and flaky crust made from crushed graham crackers. This recipe adds lemon zest and bitters into the mix, making it an even more flavourful and refreshing dessert perfect for summer days. Serve it chilled with whipped cream or ice cream, or enjoy it on its own for a light and tasty end to any meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Mix boiling water and lemon zest.
3.Add fresh lime juice, beaten egg yolk, condensed milk and bitters into the mixture.
4.Beat egg white until stiff and fold it into the mixture.
5.Add green food coloring if using.
6.Pour mixture into pie crust.
7.Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until set.
8.Let cool and serve chilled.

PROS

This easy-to-make dessert is a refreshing treat during hot summers.

It has a nice balance of tangy and sweet flavours that will satisfy any tastebuds.

CONS

While the calories in this recipe are not excessive on their own, store-bought pie crusts often contain a high amount of fat and calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The fresh lime juice in the recipe is a great source of vitamin C.
It also contains antioxidants that help to boost immunity, reduce inflammation, and prevent chronic diseases.

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