Traditional Key Lime Pie Recipe
Are you craving a mouthwatering dessert? Look no further! In this recipe, Chef Jean-Pierre will guide you through the process of making a traditional key lime pie. This recipe is incredibly simple, so even if you're not a baker, don't worry! With just a few ingredients, including graham cookies, shredded coconut, nuts, condensed milk, and lime zest, you'll be on your way to creating a delectable pie that will impress all your friends and family. Chef Jean-Pierre will show you how to make the perfect crust by grinding the nuts, adding a touch of butter, and pulsing it in a food processor until it reaches the desired consistency. After baking the crust, you'll mix condensed milk, lime zest, eggs, a pinch of salt, and vanilla to create a smooth and tangy filling. Once the filling is poured onto the crust, it's time to pop it in the oven and let it bake to perfection. After it cools, you can refrigerate it for a few hours or overnight, allowing the flavors to meld together. Finally, top it off with some whipped cream, lemon zest, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar for a beautiful and delicious presentation. Now it's time to enjoy a slice of this heavenly pie!
Ingredients:
- Graham cookies
- Shredded coconut (sweetened)
- Nuts (such as almonds, pecans, macadamia nuts)
- Butter
- Condensed milk
- Lime zest
- Eggs
- Salt
- Vanilla extract
- Whipped cream
- Powdered sugar
Cooking steps:
- Grind the nuts and add butter to create the crust's consistency.
- Press the crust mixture into a pie mold, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Bake the crust in the oven at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes.
- Mix condensed milk, lime zest, eggs, salt, and vanilla to create the filling.
- Pour the filling onto the baked crust.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the pie for 30 minutes.
- Let the pie cool at room temperature for one hour, then refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours or overnight.
- Pipe whipped cream onto the pie and sprinkle lemon zest and powdered sugar for decoration.
- Serve and enjoy this delectable traditional key lime pie!
