Mini Key Lime Pies

• egg yolk4
• lime zest4 ½ teaspoon
• lime juice½ cup
• sweetened condensed milk14 fluid ounce
• graham cracker11 cracker
• granulated sugar3 tablespoon
• unsalted butter5 tablespoon
• heavy cream¾ cup
• confectioners sugar¼ cup
• lime zest1 tablespoon

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 325°F (170°C).

2. 2

   Make the filling: Whisk the egg yolks and lime zest in a medium bowl until tinted light green, about 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Beat in the lime juice and condensed milk, then set aside at room temperature to thicken.

4. 4

   Make the crust: Crush the graham crackers in a zip-top bag, then mix in the sugar and butter.

5. 5

   Divide the crumbs between a 6-cup muffin tin and press down to form crusts.

6. 6

   Bake for 8 minutes or until golden brown.

7. 7

   Let cool for 15 minutes.

8. 8

   Pour filling into the crusts, then bake until the center is slightly jiggly, 15-17 minutes.

9. 9

   Let cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until chilled, 2-3 hours.

10. 10

    Make the whipped cream: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric hand mixer and slowly add the sugar.

11. 11

    Once soft peaks form, add the lime zest, then whip until firm peaks form.

12. 12

    Top the mini pies with whipped cream.

13. 13

    Enjoy!