Tallahassee Lime Pie With Pecan Crust

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
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A zesty, creamy lime custard pie nestled in a buttery, nutty pecan crust.
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Tallahassee Lime Pie With Pecan Crust

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 109.2

Description

This Tallahassee Lime Pie features a rich, tangy lime custard filling that perfectly balances sweetness with bright citrus acidity. The filling rests in a homemade crust made from buttery pastry flour and finely chopped pecans, adding a delightful crunch and nutty depth to every bite. It is an elegant yet approachable dessert, ideal for summer gatherings, holidays, or as a sophisticated end to a family dinner. The combination of the tender, flaky crust and the smooth, set lime curd creates a textural contrast that is both comforting and refreshing. Serve chilled for the best flavor experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Sift 1 cup flour, 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt into a large bowl.
  3. Cut in 1/2 cup cold butter using a pastry blender or food processor until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
  4. Stir in 1/3 cup finely chopped pecans.
  5. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
  6. Bake the crust for 25 minutes, or until pale gold.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool while preparing the filling, keeping the oven on.
  8. In a medium bowl, beat 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 eggs, 5 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon grated lime peel, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  9. Pour the filling into the cooled pie shell.
  10. Bake for another 25 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  11. Remove from the oven and let cool completely to room temperature.
  12. Refrigerate until chilled.
  13. Before serving, dust the top with sifted confectioners' sugar and serve with dollops of rum-flavored whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 109.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 22.8g8%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 3.0g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: lime, pie, pecan, crust, dessert, baking, citrus, tropical, custard, flaky, zesty, summer, homemade, confectioners sugar, rum, whipped cream, food processor, pastry, chilled, flavorful
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