Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp lime zest
- Whipped cream and lime slices for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch pie dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Saucepan
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix well.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the pie dish.
4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
5. In a saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch, salt, and whole milk until smooth.
6. Cook the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil.
7. Remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the key lime juice.
8. Pour the mixture into the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
9. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and lime zest until stiff peaks form.
10. Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie and garnish with lime slices.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours
5. Temperature:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 8.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 290
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 50mg
Sodium: 190mg
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 20g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Graham cracker crumbs can be substituted with crushed digestive biscuits or vanilla wafers.
- Key lime juice can be substituted with regular lime juice or lemon juice.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with whipped topping or coconut cream.
Variations:
- Add a layer of sliced bananas or strawberries to the pie before pouring in the filling.
- Use a chocolate cookie crust instead of graham cracker crust.
- Top the pie with toasted coconut or chopped nuts.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh key lime juice for the best flavor.
- Make sure the crust is completely cooled before pouring in the filling.
- Chill the pie for at least 2 hours before adding the whipped cream topping.
- Use a piping bag to pipe the whipped cream for a more professional look.
Storage instructions:
Store the Key Lime Pie Pudding in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
This recipe does not require reheating.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the Key Lime Pie Pudding on a decorative plate or cake stand.
Garnishes:
Garnish the pie with whipped cream and lime slices.
Pairings:
Serve the Key Lime Pie Pudding with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
This recipe does not require a side dish.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the filling is too thin, add more cornstarch.
- If the crust is too crumbly, add more melted butter.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use fresh ingredients and store the pie in the refrigerator.
Food history:
Key Lime Pie is a popular dessert in the Florida Keys, where it originated in the early 20th century.
Flavor profiles:
This recipe has a sweet and tangy flavor with a creamy texture.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the Key Lime Pie Pudding chilled.
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