Individual Key Lime Pies
These adorable Key lime pies round out a filling barbecue and, best of all, come together in three easy layers. Simply spread homemade lime curd atop buttery graham cracker crust, then add a dollop of fresh whipped cream. Lime zest is the perfect garnish.
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Ingredients:
| 1 cup | lime juice |
| 2 cups | sugar |
| 2 sticks | unsalted butter |
| 14 | eggs |
| 1/3 cup | sugar |
| 12 | whole graham crackers |
| 1/3 cup | unsalted butter, melted |
| 1 1/2 cup | whipping cream |
| 1/2 cup | powdered sugar |
| lime zest, for garnish |
Directions:
For the lime curd: Combine the lime juice, sugar and butter in a medium saucepan and cook on a low flame until the butter melts. Beat the eggs, add to the saucepan and stir until combined. Bring to a simmer. Stir constantly and cook until the mixture is a thick and creamy consistency, 5 to7 minutes. Pass through a mesh strainer. Chill for 2 hours in the fridge.
For the crust: Add the sugar and graham crackers to a food processor. Pour in the melted butter and pulse to combine.
For the topping: Whip the cream with the sugar until stiff.
To assemble, layer the crumb mixture into the bottom of a serving cup, followed by the lime curd. Top with the whipped cream mixture and garnish with lime zest.
Source: foodnetwork.com
