Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Key Lime Pie Bars, a perfect dessert that combines sweet and tart flavors in every bite. These bars are not only easy to make but also offer a creamy texture and zesty taste that’s ideal for summer picnics, backyard barbecues, or simply enjoying on a warm afternoon. With no complicated baking techniques required, you can whip them up quickly, making them an impressive treat for family and friends. Serve them chilled with whipped cream or fresh berries for an irresistible twist on the classic key lime pie.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups vanilla wafer cookies, finely ground
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 22 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Combine ground vanilla wafers, melted butter, and brown sugar in a bowl; press into the bottom of the baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes.
- Whisk together lime zest and egg yolks; add sweetened condensed milk and lime juice until smooth.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for another 15-20 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool at room temperature then refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Cut bars, top with whipped cream, and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg