Instant Pot Key Lime Pie Recipe
Description
Key lime pie is a classic dessert that is sure to please any crowd. It has a bright, tart flavor that is perfectly balanced with a creamy, sweet filling. The combination of the tart limes and sweet condensed milk makes for a wonderful flavor. The best part of this key lime pie recipe is that it can be made in an Instant Pot! This pressure cooker method makes it a breeze to prepare and takes a fraction of the time of a traditional recipe. The result is a creamy, dreamy key lime pie that is sure to be a hit.
Prep Time
Prep time for this recipe is about 15 minutes. This includes prepping the ingredients and assembling the ingredients in the Instant Pot.
Cook Time
The total cook time for this recipe is about 40 minutes. This includes the time to pressure cook the ingredients and time to chill the pie.
Ingredients
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed key lime juice
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
- 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
- Whipped cream, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
First, whisk together the condensed milk, eggs, key lime juice, sugar, and lime zest in a medium bowl until fully combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared graham cracker crust. Place the trivet in the bottom of the Instant Pot and add 1 cup of water. Place the pie on the trivet. Cover the Instant Pot and set it to the "Manual" setting on high pressure for 30 minutes. When the timer is done, allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes. Carefully remove the pie and transfer to a cooling rack. Let cool to room temperature before transferring to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours.
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Whisk
- Cooling rack
Notes
Be sure to use freshly squeezed key lime juice for the best flavor. You can substitute regular lime juice if key limes are not available.
Nutrition: Per Serving
Calories: 350, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 75mg, Sodium: 280mg, Carbohydrates: 49g, Fiber: 1g, Protein: 6g
Recipe Tips
- For a twist on the classic recipe, you can add a layer of crushed graham crackers on top of the pie before pressure cooking.
- To give the pie a bit of crunch, sprinkle some toasted coconut flakes on top before serving.
- If you want to make this recipe vegan, you can substitute the condensed milk for coconut cream and the eggs for a flax egg.
This Instant Pot key lime pie recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. It is a delicious, creamy dessert that is sure to please any crowd. The Instant Pot makes it so easy to prepare and the result is a dreamy, tart key lime pie that everyone will love. Enjoy!
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