Perfecting Key Lime Pie: A Refreshing Delight
Discover the art of storing and freezing Key Lime Pie, ensuring its freshness and flavor.
Storing Key Lime Pie
After savoring every tangy bite, preserve the exquisite taste of your Key Lime Pie by tightly covering it with storage wrap or foil. Let it rest in the refrigerator for up to three days, ensuring it remains perfectly chilled for the next serving.
Freezing Key Lime Pie
Yes, you can freeze the delectable Key Lime Pie for up to three months, but with a twist. Avoid adding whipped cream or toppings until after it’s thawed. When preparing to freeze, opt for a foil pan for baking. Once cooled, wrap the pie in layers of storage wrap and foil, ensuring its protection. Allow it to thaw gracefully in the refrigerator overnight, preserving its essence for future indulgence.
Ingredients for Culinary Bliss
- 3 cups sweetened condensed milk
- ¾ cup key lime juice
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon grated lime zest
- 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
Crafting the Perfect Key Lime Pie
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a bowl, combine the condensed milk, key lime juice, sour cream, and lime zest, stirring until well blended.
- Pour the delightful mixture into the graham cracker crust, placing the pie on a baking sheet for support.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 8 minutes, observing as tiny pinhole bubbles burst on the surface, indicating its readiness. The filling should be delicately wobbly, yet not browned.
- Once baked, transfer the pie to a wire rack to cool. For optimum flavor, thoroughly chill the pie in the refrigerator for about an hour before serving.
- Indulge your senses by garnishing with lime slices and whipped cream, elevating its presentation and taste to a sublime level of culinary perfection.