Key Lime Pie Bars
These Key Lime Pie Bars are a burst of sunshine in every bite, combining zesty lime with a creamy, velvety filling. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re an effortless treat that feels indulgent yet refreshing.
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (170 g)
- 2 Tablespoons sugar
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar firmly packed
- 6 Tablespoons butter (85 g) melted
Key Lime Pie Bar Filling
- 2 14 oz cans sweetened condensed milk (795 g)
- ⅓ cup sour cream (75 g)
- 2 teaspoons lime zest optional
- ⅔ cup key lime juice (150 ml)
- homemade whipped cream for topping, optional. Click the link for the recipe, you will only need ½ batch.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (175C) and line a 9×9" (23x23cm) baking pan with foil. Set aside.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl. 1 ½ cups (170 g) graham cracker crumbs, 2 Tablespoons sugar, 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- Add melted butter and stir well.6 Tablespoons (85 g) butter
- Press evenly and firmly into the bottom and up the sides of prepared pan.
- Bake on 350F (175C) for 7-8 minutes. Allow to cool slightly while you prepare your key lime filling.
- In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, and lime zest (if using) until mixture is smooth.2 14 oz cans (795 g) sweetened condensed milk, ⅓ cup (75 g) sour cream, 2 teaspoons lime zest
- Gradually whisk in key lime juice until mixture is smooth. ⅔ cup (150 ml) key lime juice
- Pour into prepared pie crust and bake for 8-10 minutes, until mixture is set if you jiggle the pan. Remove from oven and allow to cool to room temperature, then transfer to refrigerator and allow to chill 4-6 hours before cutting.
- Top with whipped cream, if desired, and serve.homemade whipped cream
Nutrition
Calories: 92kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 94mgPotassium: 35mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 167IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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