Pies & Tarts

Key Lime Pie with Meringue Topping

EL MEJOR NIDO
Key Lime Pie with Meringue Topping
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Easy
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
20 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
30 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
10 servings

Key Lime Pie with Meringue Topping is a tangy and sweet dessert that promises to delight your taste buds. This classic American treat, perfect for a variety of occasions like 4th of July and Easter, is an easy yet impressive dish to prepare.

Crafted by Official LA LECHERA®, this key lime meringue pie stands out with its zesty lime filling and smooth, fluffy meringue topping. The key lime pie meringue brings an airy, creamy texture that complements the tartness of the lime pie beneath it. What makes this pie truly special is the use of NESTLÉ LA LECHERA Sweetened Condensed Milk, which lends a rich, indulgent sweetness to the dish.

Every bite of this key lime pie with meringue offers a perfect balance of tangy citrus and creamy sweetness. Whether you're celebrating Mother's Day, enjoying a summer picnic, or just craving a delicious dessert, this key lime pie is your go-to. Adorned with thin slices of lime, this pie with meringue not only tastes divine but also looks stunning, making it the perfect centerpiece for any gathering.

This lime pie meringue recipe is not only simple to make but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, embodying the essence of seasonal and holiday treats. Enjoy a slice of meringue key lime pie and indulge in a flavorful experience that's both refreshing and satisfying.

Ingredients

Step 1

Place rack in the center of oven and preheat to 350° F.

Step 2

Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1 tablespoon sugar and butter in large bowl; stir well. Press evenly onto bottom and up side of 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 10 minutes or until fragrant. Cool on wire rack while making filling.

Step 3

Beat egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk in large mixer bowl for several minutes or until almost doubled in volume. Beat in lime juice and lime peel (filling will thicken). Pour into crust.

Step 4

Bake for 15 minutes or until center is just set. Transfer pie to a wire rack and cool to room temperature (filling will set as it cools).

Step 5

Beat egg whites and cream of tartar in large mixer bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in 6 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 tablespoon at a time until stiff, glossy peaks form. Spoon over pie, making sure it touches the crust. Swirl meringue with spoon to form peaks.

Step 6

Use a kitchen torch to brown all over or place on a baking sheet and bake at 450° F for 3 to 5 minutes, rotating pan as needed, until lightly browned. Cool completely. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Garnish with lime slices.

Cook’s Tip:

1 ½ cups of sweetened whipped cream can be used in place of the meringue topping. 3 egg yolks and 3 egg whites can be used as well.

Ingredients

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