Description
Indulge in the refreshing and tangy flavors of these Key Lime Pie Bars. A buttery graham cracker crust holds a luscious key lime filling, topped with billowy whipped cream. Perfect for citrus lovers and a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 2 (14-ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4–5 limes)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
For the topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Make the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter. Press into pan and bake.
- Prepare the filling: Whisk together condensed milk, lime juice, eggs, and zest. Pour over crust and bake.
- Chill: Let the bars cool, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- Make the topping: Whip cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread on chilled bars.
- Serve: Cut into squares and garnish with lime zest or wedges.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for optimal flavor.
- You can adjust the crust thickness by adding more graham cracker crumbs.
- Bars can be refrigerated for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
