Key Lime Pie Bars Recipe
Servings: 15 Servings
Ingredients
For the crust
- 3 cups graham cracker crumbs about 16 full graham cracker sheets
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter ½ cup + 2 tablespoons; melted
For the filling
- 8 ounces block-style cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 6 large egg yolks
- 28 ounces sweetened condensed milk 2 (14-ounce) cans
- 1 cup key lime juice bottled
- 1 heaping tablespoon lime zest
For the whipped cream topping
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
To make the graham cracker crust
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, and grease a 9x13-inch pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs, and sugar. Add the melted butter and mix until evenly coated and the texture resembles wet sand.3 cups graham cracker crumbs, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to pack it down tightly.
- Bake for 10 minutes, until lightly golden brown and set. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly while you prepare the filling.
To make the filling
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until completely smooth and free of lumps.8 ounces block-style cream cheese
- Add the egg yolks and mix until fully incorporated. Pour in the sweetened condensed milk and beat until smooth.6 large egg yolks, 28 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- Add the key lime juice and lime zest. Mix until fully combined. The mixture will thicken slightly. Pour the filling over the warm crust and spread evenly.1 cup key lime juice, 1 heaping tablespoon lime zest
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, just until the center is set with a slight jiggle in the middle. Do not allow the top to brown.
- Cool at room temperature for 30–45 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully chilled and firm.
To make the topping
- In a large bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.2 cups heavy whipping cream, ¼ cup powdered sugar
- Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled bars, and add more lime zest if desired.
- Slice into squares with a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts for neat slices.
Notes
- The serving size is 1 bar. Actual calories will vary.
- Store leftover bars in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Key Lime Pie Bars Recipe
Serving Size
1 bar
Amount per Serving
Calories
521
% Daily Value*
Fat
32
g
49
%
Saturated Fat
19
g
119
%
Trans Fat
0.3
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
9
g
Cholesterol
167
mg
56
%
Sodium
239
mg
10
%
Potassium
305
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
51
g
17
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
41
g
46
%
Protein
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
1156
IU
23
%
Vitamin C
6
mg
7
%
Calcium
213
mg
21
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
