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Creamy Key Lime Pie Bars

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These creamy key lime pie bars feature a tangy, smooth filling paired with a buttery, crunchy graham cracker crust, perfect for a quick and easy dessert with a tropical twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets, finely crushed)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed key lime juice
  • Zest of 2 key limes
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving edges hanging over for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until the mixture looks like wet sand and holds together when pressed.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan using the back of a measuring cup or your fingers.
  4. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs until just combined. Add sweetened condensed milk and whisk until smooth.
  6. Add key lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract. Whisk gently until fully incorporated and the mixture thickens slightly.
  7. Pour the filling over the warm crust and spread evenly with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  9. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  10. Slice into 16 bars using a sharp knife, wiping clean between cuts. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Use fresh key lime juice and zest for best flavor. Do not overbeat the filling to avoid cracks. Press crust firmly and watch oven temperature carefully. Chill bars overnight for best texture and clean slicing. For gluten-free, substitute almond flour or gluten-free graham cracker crumbs. For dairy-free, use plant-based butter and sweetened condensed coconut milk.

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