Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Key Lime Pie Bars, the perfect dessert for any occasion! With their creamy texture balanced by a zesty lime flavor, these bars are an irresistible summer treat. They’re incredibly easy to whip up, making them ideal for picnics, gatherings, or a sweet escape at home. The combination of luscious sweetened condensed milk and vibrant lime juice creates a uniquely delicious dessert that will impress your friends and family. Serve chilled with a dollop of whipped cream or fresh fruit for an extra touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups vanilla wafer cookies, finely ground
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 5 large egg yolks
- 22 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground cookies, melted butter, and brown sugar; press into a greased 9×13-inch dish.
- Bake crust for about 10 minutes until golden; let cool.
- Whisk egg yolks until smooth; add condensed milk, lime zest, and lime juice; mix well.
- Pour filling over the cooled crust; bake for an additional 20 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
- Allow to cool at room temperature before chilling in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form; spread over chilled bars before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 80mg