Description
Key Lime Pie Bars are the perfect balance of tangy and sweet, capturing the essence of summer in every delicious bite. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a creamy lime filling, these bars are ideal for any occasion—from family gatherings to simple weekday treats. Chill them for a refreshing dessert that will brighten up your day and impress your guests with their vibrant color and zesty flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup fresh lime juice (about 4–6 limes)
- Zest of 2 limes
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press firmly into an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- Bake crust for 8-10 minutes until golden. Let cool slightly.
- In another bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, sweetened condensed milk, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until set but still jiggly in the center.
- Let cool completely before refrigerating for at least two hours. Cut into squares and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Substitute regular limes if key limes aren’t available. Enhance flavor with whipped cream or lime zest on top. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.