Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Key Lime Pie Bars, a delightful dessert that combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a creamy, tart lime filling. Perfect for warm summer days or festive occasions, these bars are sure to be a hit at any gathering. With their easy preparation and make-ahead convenience, you can enjoy them without the stress of last-minute baking. Just 15 minutes of prep time leads to a luscious treat that balances sweet and tangy flavors, making each bite irresistible. Serve chilled with your favorite toppings for an extra touch of elegance!
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 sheets graham crackers
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- pinch salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 6 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- ½ cup key lime juice (or regular lime juice)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Crush graham crackers in a food processor or bag, then mix with melted butter and press into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes until golden.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sweetened condensed milk.
- Mix in egg yolks one at a time, then stir in lime juice and zest until smooth.
- Pour filling over the baked crust and bake for another 15-18 minutes until set.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2-4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg