by: ekrelle Super fast and easy Key Lime Pie

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I got this recipe from a cooking class I took. I made this recipe for my family and my dad said he didn't like key lime pie but he would try it. He tried it and loves it! Now I make this recipe all the time! I usually just buy the pre made graham cracker crust but you can make your own!


DateCreated on : 22-03-2008

Ingredients ( 6-8 depending on how big of slices you cut )

  • 1 1/2 C Graham Crackers-crushed
  • 3/4 C Butter Softened
  • 3 Tablespoons sugar
  • 4 C Vanilla Ice Cream
  • 1 Lime
  • 6-12 Drops of Green Food Coloring

Directions

  1. Combine the graham crackers, sugar and butter to make a graham cracker crust. If using pre made crust skip this step!
  2. Grate lime skin into a bowl and set it a side.
  3. Cut lime in half and squeeze juice. You need 1/4 cup if you don't get enough out just add water or lime juice.
  4. Put ice cream in microwave for 15-30 seconds. Combine ice cream, lime juice, and food coloring.
  5. Pour mixture into crust and garnish with lime skin.
  6. Click here and add the direction
  7. Cover and freeze for at least 4 hours
  8. Enjoy!