Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Key Lime Pie Bars, a delightful dessert that captures the essence of summer in every bite. These easy-to-make bars combine the perfect balance of tart key lime juice and sweetened condensed milk, all nestled in a buttery vanilla wafer crust. Whether you’re hosting a picnic or enjoying a quiet evening at home, these creamy bars are sure to impress. Refrigerate them for a chilled treat that’s both satisfying and light—ideal for warm weather gatherings. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, even beginner bakers can create this crowd-pleaser effortlessly.
Ingredients
- 2 cups finely ground vanilla wafer cookies
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime zest (from 6–7 key limes)
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a food processor, pulse the cookies into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter and brown sugar, then press into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Whisk egg yolks until lightened, then mix in sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Stir in lime zest and juice.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for about 30 minutes until set.
- Cool at room temperature before chilling in the fridge for at least two hours. Top with whipped cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg