Easy Key Lime Pie II

This recipe has egg whites folded into the basic recipe which makes it light and airy. And the lime zest gives this creamy, refreshing pie a little extra lime-oomph!

• Calories: 364 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
• 3 eggs, separated
• 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
• ⅓ cup fresh lime juice
• 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (125 degrees C).

Step 2

In a large glass or metal bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, beat egg yolks, then stir in condensed milk, lime rind, and lime juice. Mix well, then fold mixture into beaten egg whites. Pour mixture into graham cracker crust.

Step 4

Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Chill before serving. Garnish with whipped topping if desired.