Easy Key Lime Pie
Ingredients:
1 graham cracker pie crust
3 eggs, separated
Zest of 2 limes (about 1 ½ t.)
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2/3 cup fresh lime juice
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 T. sugar
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks and lime zest at high speed until. Gradually add the condensed milk and continue beating until thick, 3 or 4 minutes. Slowly add the lime juice, mixing until combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared graham cracker crust. Bake for 15; until the filling has just set. Cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate. Freeze for 15 to 20 minutes before serving for a refreshing treat!
For the topping:
Whip the cream and sugar until stiff peaks form. Cut the pie in slices and serve very cold; topped with a large dollop of whipped cream
