Description
These Key Lime Pie Bars offer a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors with a smooth texture, making them an easy and delightful dessert for gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
- 28 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup sour cream
- 4 large egg yolks
- ¾ cup key lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons lime zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving handles, and lightly grease it.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter in a mixing bowl, then press into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
- In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, egg yolks, key lime juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly. If desired, sprinkle lime zest on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until set.
- Let cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
Notes
For a tangier flavor, increase the amount of key lime juice.
Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
The crust can be made ahead for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg