Description
This pie mixes bright lime and sweet blackberries for a refreshing and visually appealing dessert, perfect for parties or light meals.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or gluten free crumbs)
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice (or regular lime)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1/2 cup fresh or thawed blackberries
- 2 tbsp sugar (for berries)
- Whipped cream to top (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press into a 9-inch pie pan to make the crust. Bake for 8 minutes. Let cool.
- In a bowl, beat egg yolks until light. Add sweetened milk and beat well.
- Stir in lime juice and lime zest. Mix until smooth.
- Pour half the lime mix into the cooled crust.
- In a small bowl, mash blackberries with 2 tbsp sugar. Strain if desired.
- Drop small spoonfuls of the blackberry mix over the pie. Pour the rest of the lime mix on top.
- Use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl the blackberry into the lime filling.
- Bake for 10 minutes, just until the edges set. Do not over bake.
- Cool to room temperature, then chill for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Add whipped cream if desired before serving.
Notes
For best results, use fresh lime juice and ensure the filling does not over bake. Chill the pie well for clean cuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American