Publix Key Lime Pie Recipe
This Publix Key Lime Pie Recipe tastes just like the bakery version, using key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks.
Equipment
- 9-inch pie dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons.
- Microplane or zester
- Citrus juicer
- Rubber spatula
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
For the filling:
- 1 can 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- ½ cup key lime juice fresh or bottled
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
For topping (optional):
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Extra lime zest or slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs resemble wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
- Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks until smooth.
- Add key lime juice and zest, whisking until fully combined and slightly thickened.
- Pour the filling into the warm crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 15–17 minutes, just until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Remove from oven and cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Before serving, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form and spread over the pie if desired.