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Creamy Key Lime Pie Bars

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These creamy key lime pie bars feature a smooth custard-like filling with fresh lime zest and juice, nestled in a buttery, crumbly graham cracker crust. Quick and easy to make, they are perfect for any occasion and a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full crackers, finely crushed; honey-flavored preferred)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large egg yolks (room temperature)
  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed key lime juice (about 4–5 limes)
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Optional garnishes: whipped cream, fresh lime slices, chopped toasted pecans, coconut flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a medium bowl. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated and feel like wet sand.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking pan, packing evenly especially around the edges.
  4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes until golden and aromatic. Let cool.
  5. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks until slightly thickened and pale (about 2 minutes).
  6. Add sweetened condensed milk, fresh key lime juice, lime zest, and salt to the egg yolks. Whisk until smooth and uniform.
  7. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly with a spatula.
  8. Bake the bars for 15 minutes at 350°F (175°C) until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly.
  9. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  10. Slice into squares using a sharp knife dipped in hot water for clean cuts. Serve chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream or lime slices.

Notes

Use fresh key lime juice and zest for best flavor. Press crust firmly to avoid crumbling. Do not overbake the filling; it should jiggle slightly when done. Chill bars for at least 2 hours or overnight for best texture and flavor. For clean slices, dip knife in hot water before cutting.

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