Description
Indulge in the ultimate summer delight with these refreshing Key Lime Pie Bars. Combining the zesty flavor of key limes with a creamy filling on a buttery crust, these bars are a perfect treat for warm days and festive gatherings. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying a quiet afternoon, this easy-to-make dessert is sure to impress your guests. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up these tangy squares that are deliciously chilled and topped with fluffy whipped cream. Get ready to savor every bite of this classic American dessert that captures the essence of summertime.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely ground vanilla wafer cookies
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 22 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix together the ground vanilla wafers, melted butter, and light brown sugar until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until set. Let cool slightly.
- Whisk together lime zest, egg yolks, and sweetened condensed milk in another bowl until smooth. Gradually add lime juice and mix well.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form, then serve on top of chilled bars.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 120mg