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In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened.","group":"Crust Prep","title":"Preheat your oven","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Crust Prep"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let cool while you prepare the filling.","group":"Crust Prep","title":"Press the mixture firmly","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Crust Prep"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and lime zest for about 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the sweetened condensed milk and lime juice until thick and smooth.","group":"Filling","title":"Whisk together the egg yolks and lime zest","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Filling"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 15 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Do not brown.","group":"Filling","title":"Pour the filling","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Filling"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight, to set completely.","group":"Cooling","title":"Remove from the oven and cool completely","timerMinutes":180,"sourceTitle":"Cooling"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Before serving, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe onto the chilled pie.","group":"Topping","title":"Before serving, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Topping"}],"notes":"Using authentic Key limes makes a significant difference in flavor, but regular Persian limes can be substituted if needed. Ensure the pie is completely chilled before serving to allow the custard to set properly.","cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["Florida Keys"]},"course":["dessert"],"cookingMethod":["bake"],"equipment":["9-inch pie plate","whisk","mixing bowls","zester","electric mixer"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk","eggs"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"pie","note":"9-inch pie"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This pie is best made a day in advance to allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in the refrigerator covered loosely with plastic wrap.","reheatingNotes":"Serve chilled. Do not reheat."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fkey_lime_pie_c746754756%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=217dc117-b83e-4f97-ad29-38e744552ac9","imageAlt":"Key Lime Pie — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["key lime","pie","classic american","refreshing","citrus","custard"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Key Lime Pie","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-03T19:42:10.083Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-03T19:42:10.083Z","related":[{"id":"ice_cream_sundae_af753bc8ae","slug":"classic-ice-cream-sundae","title":"Classic Ice Cream Sundae","description":"A timeless American treat featuring velvety vanilla ice cream topped with rich chocolate syrup, crunchy nuts, airy whipped cream, and a bright maraschino cherry.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["American"]},"course":["dessert"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fice_cream_sundae_af753bc8ae%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=8649e493-fc61-47c6-b896-9d08232b11c8","imageAlt":"Classic Ice Cream Sundae — recipe cover","tags":["sweet","cold","classic","chocolate","vanilla"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":5},{"id":"root_beer_float_235bd4e0f8","slug":"classic-root-beer-float","title":"Classic Root Beer Float","description":"A nostalgic American fountain favorite featuring creamy vanilla ice cream submerged in bubbly, spiced root beer for a frothy, indulgent treat.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["American Soda Fountain"]},"course":["dessert","drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","egg_free","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Froot_beer_float_235bd4e0f8%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=963067c8-fdbe-4227-8d5b-d76744b4c2bd","imageAlt":"Classic Root Beer Float — recipe cover","tags":["root beer","float","ice cream","sweet","cold","nostalgic","fountain drink"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":5},{"id":"milkshake_2ca9221621","slug":"classic-vanilla-milkshake","title":"Classic Vanilla Milkshake","description":"A thick, creamy, and indulgent American classic made with premium vanilla ice cream and cold milk.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["American"]},"course":["dessert","drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fmilkshake_2ca9221621%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=c543f24d-2561-4c00-81b6-67e5056052ee","imageAlt":"Classic Vanilla Milkshake — recipe cover","tags":["milkshake","vanilla","sweet","beverage","american","cold","classic"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":5}]}