Bubba's Key Lime Pie

Recipe courtesy Paula Deen

Show: Paula's Home CookingEpisode: Bubba's Oyster Show

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (77)

RECIPE
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Cook Time:
22 min
Level:
Intermediate
Yield:
6 to 8 servings, depending on size of slices

Times:

Prep: 15 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 22 min
Total:: 37 min

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Ingredients

Crust:

5 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup Key lime juice
2 teaspoons grated lime zest
2 eggs, separated
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 cup sugar

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

For the crust, combine ingredients and pat down into a 9-inch pie pan. Bake for 5 to 10 minutes.

In a medium bowl, combine the milk, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon zest; blend in the egg yolks. Pour the filling into the crust.

For the meringue, beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in the sugar and remaining teaspoon zest until the mixture is stiff. Spread the meringue over the filling; spread it to touch the edge of the crust all around. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.

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null null, null 10-27-2009
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I will make this pie again!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Living in AZ ofen means plenty of lime trees! With that, limes are given to you by every neighbor with a lime tree. :) I made... this pie for dessert last night, and it was a big hit. I read through many of the comments and made slight changes before I began. I used the homemade whipped cream, instead of the meringue. I liked that suggestion from another reviewer. Also, I added an extra tablespoon of the powered sugar. Both changes made for a GREAT pie. Even my mother-in-law liked it. :) Read more
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Jennifer New Port RIchey, FL 10-22-2009
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Too Much Crust
Rated: 2 stars out of 5

I ended up with lots of crust and not enough filling. It definitely didn't look like the picture. The taste and texture... of the filling was good, though.Read more
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Linda Houston, TX 09-07-2009
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OMG This Was Awesome
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this for a family gathering over the weekend. There were other desserts brought as well. But what can I say, mine was... gone first. I changed it up just a bit. I added a full stick of melted margarine to the crust. That crust could have been a dessert in its self. And, I also used fresh whipped cream instead of meringue. This pie was so easy and so melt in your mouth perfect. Also, go with the Joe and Nellie's fresh key lime juice. You couldn't tell the difference. If you are worried that this pie is difficult to make don't, it was very easy. Make it and reap the rewards of everyone begging you to make it again and again. . . .Read more
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Jennifer Muskegon, MI 09-01-2009
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Good overall
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

Very good overall. I liked the crust a lot. Everyone that had it said it was good but I think it was a bit TOO tart, makes... you pucker. Read more
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Loni fullerton, CA 08-30-2009
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amazing
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

this pie is hit. i've made it for a few different people. and they all love it! thanks paula!!
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Jennie Indianapolis, IN 08-23-2009
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Better than expected!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this pie for my family who all love "real key lime pie", and it was the biggest hit! I was in a pinch and used a... store bought crust and I used Joe and Nellie's (thanks to advice from other reviews!) key lime juice and it was still wonderful! No fake lime taste, it was so sweet and creamy. Everyone was so impressed. The only thing I'd do differently is that I would refregerate the pie as much as possible before and after the merangue - it got a little runny by the time it was served. Oh yes, double the merangue and use 4 eggs, you will be glad you did!Read more