Zesty Key Lime Pie Bars
A delightful twist on the classic Key Lime Pie, these bars feature a unique crust made from Ritz crackers and a creamy key lime filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 150 minutes
- Yield: 9-12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 large eggs
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Mix until fully incorporated, then press firmly into the bottom of an 8×8 inch baking dish.
- Make the filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, lime zest, and eggs until smooth.
- Combine and bake: Pour the key lime filling over the crust and bake for about 20-25 minutes until the edges are set but the center jiggles slightly.
- Cool it down: Allow to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
- Serve: Top with whipped cream and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, use fresh key limes. These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/key-lime-pie-bars/
