Amaya’s Amazing Key Lime Pie Bars Delight
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Enjoy the bright, tangy flavor of key lime pie in an easy-to-make bar form. These bars are perfect for a refreshing treat.
- Author: Amaya Sato
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
- Lime slices, for garnish (optional)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let it cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, key lime juice, lime zest, and salt until well combined and smooth.
- Pour the key lime mixture evenly over the pre-baked crust.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggly. The edges should be lightly golden.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares.
- Serve chilled, topped with whipped cream and lime slices if desired.
Notes
- For a sweeter crust, you can add an extra tablespoon of sugar to the graham cracker mixture.
- Ensure your key lime juice is fresh for the best flavor.
- Do not overbake, as this can cause the bars to become dry.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg