Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of these Key Lime Pie Bars, a perfect summer dessert that combines the tangy zest of key limes with a sweet and creamy filling. These bars are not only easy to make but also deliver a delightful balance of tart and sweet that will impress family and friends at any gathering. With a buttery vanilla wafer crust and a light, airy whipped cream topping, they are sure to become your go-to summer treat. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or simply enjoyed at home, these Key Lime Pie Bars are a refreshing way to cool off during warm days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely ground vanilla wafer cookies
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime zest, packed
- 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).
- Combine ground vanilla wafers, melted butter, and brown sugar in a bowl; press into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together lime zest and egg yolks; blend in sweetened condensed milk followed by lime juice until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until set with a slight jiggle.
- Cool at room temperature then refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form; top bars before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg