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Nutritional Values
290kcal
6gProtein
38gCarbs
14gFat
1gFibre
125 gServing
* Per serving · 125 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
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Key Lime Pie
How to order / say it
Say it
Key Lime Pie — [Kee lahym pahy]
Order
I'd like a slice of Key lime pie, please.
Say locally
A tangy-sweet pie made with Key lime juice, condensed milk, and a graham cracker crust.
Why try it?
Originating from the nearby Florida Keys, this pie is a staple dessert reflecting the sunny, citrus-rich environment of Florida. It's a must-try for anyone looking to taste the essence of Floridian indulgence.
How it tastes
Each bite is a creamy delight with a tart and zesty lime flavor perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the condensed milk. The crumbly graham cracker crust adds texture and a buttery richness.
Origin & History — first documented: 1880
The dish dates back to the late 19th century when it was popular among Key West's Bahamian immigrants who had access to an abundance of Key limes. The use of canned milk was practical in a time before widespread refrigeration.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🍋 120 ml Key lime juice
- 🥛 400 g condensed milk
- 🥚 3 egg yolks
- 🌾 150 g graham crackers
- 🥛 100 g butter
- 🍯 50 g sugar
Method
- 1 Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
- 2 Mix crushed graham crackers and melted butter, press into a pie dish to form a crust.
- 3 Whisk together Key lime juice, condensed milk, and egg yolks, then pour into the crust.
- 4 Bake for 15 minutes, then cool and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
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