Perfect Key Lime Pie with Coconut Rum Whipped Cream is a delightful dessert combining the tangy flavors of key lime with the tropical notes of coconut rum. Here’s a recipe to make this delicious pie:

Perfect Key Lime Pie with Coconut Rum Whipped Cream

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1/2 cup key lime juice (freshly squeezed or bottled)
• 1 tablespoon key lime zest

For the Coconut Rum Whipped Cream:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon coconut rum
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Make the Crust:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
3. Press Crust: Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form an even crust.
4. Bake Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly while you prepare the filling.

Make the Filling: 5. Mix Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks until well combined. Stir in the key lime juice and key lime zest until the mixture is smooth. 6. Pour Filling into Crust: Pour the filling into the slightly cooled crust. 7. Bake Pie: Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. 8. Cool Pie: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to set completely.

Make the Coconut Rum Whipped Cream: 9. Chill Mixing Bowl and Beaters: Place a mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for about 10 minutes to chill. 10. Whip Cream: Remove the bowl and beaters from the freezer. Add the chilled heavy whipping cream to the bowl. Beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. 11. Add Sugar, Rum, and Vanilla: Add the powdered sugar, coconut rum, and vanilla extract. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.

Serve: 12. Top Pie with Whipped Cream: Before serving, spread or pipe the coconut rum whipped cream over the chilled key lime pie. 13. Garnish: Garnish with additional lime zest or toasted coconut flakes if desired.

Slice, serve, and enjoy your Perfect Key Lime Pie with Coconut Rum Whipped Cream! This dessert offers a refreshing combination of tangy, creamy, and tropical flavors.