Key Lime Pie with Coconut Macadamia Crust Recipe

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Tropical Delight: Key Lime Pie with Coconut Macadamia Crust 🥥🥧

Indulge in a taste of paradise with our Key Lime Pie featuring a delightful Coconut Macadamia Crust. This refreshing and tropical dessert combines the tangy flavor of key limes with the rich crunch of coconut and macadamia nuts, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. Let’s dive into the recipe and bring a slice of the tropics to your dessert table!

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup macadamia nuts, chopped
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 3/4 cup key lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • Whipped cream, for serving
  • Lime slices, for garnish

Directions:

1. Preparing the Coconut Macadamia Crust:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, chopped macadamia nuts, and granulated sugar.
  3. Stir in melted butter until the mixture is well combined.
  4. Press the mixture firmly onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
  5. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool completely.

2. Making the Key Lime Filling:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
  2. Gradually whisk in key lime juice and lime zest until the mixture is well combined.

3. Assembling and Baking:

  1. Pour the filling into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
  2. Bake the pie for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.

4. Chilling and Serving:

  1. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
  2. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set.
  3. Serve slices of the chilled pie with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with lime slices.

Time to Enjoy:

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 50 minutes
  • Kcal: 350 kcal per serving
  • Servings: 8 servings

Experience a taste of the tropics with every bite of this heavenly Key Lime Pie with Coconut Macadamia Crust. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert will transport you to a sunny paradise with its tropical flavors and irresistible crunch. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a slice of paradise today! 🥥🥧

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