β¨ Introduction
This Lime Cream Pie π₯§π is smooth, tangy, and topped with fluffy whipped cream and lime zest. A refreshing dessert perfect for ftour, summer trays, or celebrations π₯.
π§ Ingredients
πͺ Crust
- 1Β½ cups crushed graham crackers or digestive biscuits
- Β½ cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
π Filling
- 1 can (400g) sweetened condensed milk
- Β½ cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- 3 egg yolks
π Topping
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 tsp lime zest (for garnish)
π©βπ³ Instructions
- π₯ Preheat oven to 175Β°C (350Β°F).
- π₯£ Mix crust ingredients and press into pie dish. Bake for 8 minutes. Cool slightly.
- π Whisk condensed milk, lime juice, zest, and egg yolks until smooth.
- π€ Pour filling into crust. Bake for 15 minutes until set.
- βοΈ Cool completely, then chill for 2β4 hours.
- π Top with whipped cream and lime zest before serving.
π Methods
- π₯ Use lemon or orange juice for variation.
- π₯₯ Add shredded coconut to crust.
- π§ Make mini pies in cups or jars.
- π« Drizzle with white chocolate before serving.
π History
Inspired by Key Lime Pie πΊπΈ and Moroccan love for citrus desserts π²π¦, this pie blends creamy texture with zesty freshness.
πͺ Benefits
- π Vitamin C from lime
- π₯ Protein from egg yolks
- π₯ Calcium from condensed milk
π¨ Formation
Serve chilled with whipped topping and lime zest π½οΈ. Ideal for ftour, dessert trays, or summer gatherings π.
β Conclusion
Lime Cream Pie is creamy, tangy, and refreshingβa chilled slice of citrus joy π₯§πππ₯.
β€οΈ Lovers
- π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Families
- π§βπ³ Citrus fans
- π½οΈ Summer hosts
- π Dessert lovers
- π Lime enthusiasts