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Key Lime Pie Bars

Tangy Key Lime Pie Bars That Beat Fast Food Any Day

Key Lime Pie Bars offer a delightful balance of sweet and tart, making them a must-try dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham crackers crushed
  • 1/2 cup Melted butter
For the Filling
  • 1 can Sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup Key lime juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Key lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream or yogurt
  • 4 large Egg yolks
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy cream whipped
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • baking dish
  • food processor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Crush the graham crackers in a zip-top bag or food processor, then mix with melted butter until combined. Press this mixture into a greased baking dish.
  3. Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, zest, vanilla, sour cream or yogurt, and egg yolks in a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the filling over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
  5. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is just set.
  6. Whip the heavy cream and granulated sugar together until stiff peaks form.
  7. Spread the whipped cream over the cooled bars and chill for an hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve chilled and enjoy the burst of flavor. Garnish with extra key lime zest if desired.

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