Nothing tastes better than a delicious pie after a family meal. That’s why we hope our Ashford Green community members in Charlotte, N.C., find this recipe enjoyable.

Key Lime Pie to Die For

The smell of a pie baking in the oven adds to the experience. But sometimes our fast-paced lives require precision time management. This Key lime pie delivers deliciousness while you sleep.

Gather These Ingredients

For the Crust

• 3 cups Nilla cookie crumbs
• 3/4 cup butter (melted)

For the Filling

• 1 cup whipping cream
• 2 teaspoons icing sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 10 large egg yolks
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 20 ounces condensed milk (sweetened)
• 1 cup lime juice
• 6 tablespoons lime zest

For the Topping

• 1 cup whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

How to Make the Pie Crust

Blend the vanilla crumbs and melted butter together in a mixing bowl. Line the bottom of a 10-inch pie pan with parchment and grease the sides. Form-fit the pie crumbs on the bottom and three-quarters of the way up the sides of the pan. Bake at 325 degrees for 8-10 minutes.

How to Make the Pie Filling

In a large mixing bowl, whip two teaspoons of vanilla extract, icing sugar and one cup of whipping cream thoroughly. Place the mixture in the refrigerator. Next, use a powered mixer to whisk the egg yolks and granulated sugar in a separate bowl. Do this at a high speed for about 5 minutes. The mixture should appear foam-like and light yellow when ready. Add the lime juice, lime zest, and condensed milk. Whisk and fold the mixture together gently, but completely. Pour the full mixture directly into your pie crust and place it in the freezer.

How to Make the Topping

Place 1 cup of whipping cream, the powdered sugar and one teaspoon of vanilla extract into a mixing bowl. Beat the ingredients together, cover and set the mixture in the refrigerator overnight.

By the next morning, you will have an utterly delicious Key lime pie dessert that can be garnished with items such as lime or orange slices. There are some creative ways to make your presentation impressive. Consider scooping round balls of the topping and inserting a thin lime or orange garnish into each slice. There’s nothing stopping you from making the dessert as visually incredible as your homemade Key lime pie tastes!

We hope our Ashford Green residents find this pie recipe delightful. If you or a friend would like more information about our Charlotte apartments, call us today.