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Ingredients:

• For the crust:
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• For the filling:
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
  • 1 tablespoon key lime zest
• For the topping:
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Add melted butter and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
3. Make the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Gradually add the key lime juice and zest, mixing until well combined. Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
4. Bake the pie: Bake the pie for 15 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled.
5. Prepare the topping: In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie.
6. Serve: Garnish with additional lime zest if desired. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 450
• Total Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
• Cholesterol: 160mg
• Sodium: 180mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 35g
• Protein: 6g