Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Key Lime Pie Bars, a perfect summer treat that balances sweet and tart flavors in every bite. These bars feature a creamy lime filling atop a crunchy vanilla wafer crust, making them an instant favorite for any gathering. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, they are ideal for picnics, barbecues, or a cozy afternoon at home. With minimal effort required, you can whip up a batch that will impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely ground vanilla wafer cookies
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 5 large egg yolks
- 22 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a food processor, combine ground vanilla wafers, melted butter, and brown sugar; pulse until mixed.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.
- Whisk together lime zest and egg yolks in a bowl, then add sweetened condensed milk and lime juice until smooth.
- Pour filling over the cooled crust and bake for another 20 minutes until set.
- Allow to cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form; serve bars topped with whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 89mg