Key Lime Pie

Recipe & Instructions

Main Ingredients:

3 ½ cup cream base
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup graham cracker crumbs (12 squares)
Key lime curd
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup corn syrup
- Lime zest (2 limes)
- Lime juice (5 limes)
- 1 stick cubed butter

Directions:

Key Lime Curd

Separate the egg yolks from the whites and put them in a pot.
Add the sugar and corn syrup and whisk until the mixture is smooth.
Next add the lime zest and juice, whisk.
Put your pot on the stove over medium heat and whisk constantly, about 7-10 minutes.
It’s done when it’s thickened and bubbly and foamy.
Take the pot of the heat and add one cube of butter at a time, whisking until melted and adding another.
Once the butter is melted, strain the curd through a fine mesh strainer to catch the lime zest. (Optional)
Cover the curd with plastic wrap pressing it down onto the curd so no film forms on the curd. Let it cool on the counter or fridge until ready to use. (If it is too cold when you add it to the ice cream, microwave it for 30 seconds max! Then stir it with a spoon to loosen it up).

‍Graham Cracker Crumbs

Pulse graham crackers in a blender or food processor until fine.

Ice Cream

In a bowl combine cream base, vanilla, and almost all the graham cracker crumbs. Pour into the ice cream maker and churn.
Churn until the mix starts to look solid and firm. It’s ready when a spoon is pressed across the top and it should leave an impression without collapsing for just a second.
Turn off the machine and remove the dasher.
Layer key lime curd then ice cream into an ice cream container. When it is filled give the ice cream a little stir with a spoon to swirl the layers.
Sprinkle the remaining graham cracker crumbs on the top.
Cover and store in the freezer for 8 hours or overnight.

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Key Lime Pie Ice Cream

Key Lime Pie Ice Cream is an innovative dessert that marries the tartness of key lime pie with the creamy richness of ice cream, creating a refreshing treat that's perfect for any season but especially delightful in the warm summer months.

The Allure of Key Lime Pie Transformed into Ice Cream

Key lime pie, a beloved American dessert originating from the Florida Keys, is famed for its unique blend of tart key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and a crunchy graham cracker crust. Transforming these iconic flavors into an ice cream involves a creative culinary approach that retains the essence of the original pie while offering a new, frosty experience.

Flavor Profile

Key Lime Pie Ice Cream features the sharp, citrusy zest of key lime curd balanced by the sweetness of a graham cracker ice cream. The inclusion of graham cracker crumbs adds a textural contrast, mimicking the pie’s crust, and enhancing the overall eating experience.

Crafting Key Lime Pie Ice Cream

The production of Key Lime Pie Ice Cream involves several detailed steps to ensure that the final product perfectly captures the essence of key lime pie.

Ingredients and Sourcing

Key Limes: Authentic key lime juice is essential for achieving the characteristic tart flavor. Key limes are smaller and more aromatic than regular limes, providing a distinct zest.
Graham Crackers: Incorporating graham cracker crumbs not only adds a sweet, honey-like flavor but also provides the crunch reminiscent of the pie's crust.
Dairy Base: A blend of cream and milk creates a rich and smooth texture, serving as the perfect backdrop for the bold lime flavor.

Production Techniques

Infusing the Base: The dairy base is infused with vanilla extract and sweet graham cracker crumbs to enhance the flavor and texture of the ice cream.
Churning: Slow churning helps incorporate air into the ice cream, making it lighter and improving the texture.
Mix-ins: Layering a tart key lime curd into the ice cream gives it that delicious zing that everyone loves from a Key Lime Pie.

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