A - Z Blogging Challenge - K

With spring and summer just around the corner (...I hope!!)...this is a great,  light dessert to serve after a big barbecued feast!!



 “K”

Key Lime Pie

Crust:
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 Tbsp. white sugar
3 Tbsp melted butter

Filling:
4 egg yolks
1/3 cup freshly squeezed key lime juice
1 can sweetened condensed milk
zest of 1 lime

Crust:  Mix ingredients together well and press into bottom and up the sides of a 9" pie plate.  Bake at 325 degrees F. for 10 minutes.
Filling:  whisk egg yolks, add remaining ingredients and mix well.  Pour into baked shell.  Bake at 325 degrees F. for 12-15 minutes or until centre is set.  Let cool completely before serving.  When serving, if desired, top each slice with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of lime zest. 

Monica