Atlantic Beach Pie Citrus Classic (Printable)

Salty cracker crust, creamy citrus filling, and whipped cream make a bright Southern dessert perfect for summer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 1 1/2 cups finely crushed saltine crackers
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

→ Filling

04 - 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
05 - 4 large egg yolks
06 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
07 - 1/4 cup fresh lime juice

→ Topping

08 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
09 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
10 - Lemon or lime zest, for garnish (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F.
02 - Combine crushed saltine crackers, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a medium mixing bowl. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated.
03 - Firmly press the cracker mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
04 - Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
05 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lemon juice, and lime juice until the mixture is fully blended.
06 - Pour the lemon-lime filling into the pre-baked crust.
07 - Return to the oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until the filling is just set but slightly wobbly in the center.
08 - Let the pie cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours.
09 - Before serving, beat the chilled heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar using an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
10 - Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled pie. Garnish with lemon or lime zest if desired. Slice and serve cold.

# Tips from dashanddishes:

01 -
  • Uses everyday ingredients you may already have in your pantry
  • Quick to assemble most of the time is hands-off chilling
  • Nostalgic flavor that feels both classic and a little unexpected
  • Delivers the perfect harmony of creamy tangy and crunchy salty
02 -
  • Packed with vitamin C thanks to real citrus juice
  • Each bite provides a contrast of creamy filling and crisp crust
03 -
  • Always use fresh citrus juice and zest since bottled juice will noticeably flatten the flavor
  • Line the pie dish with a round of parchment before pressing in the crumbs for easier removal especially if serving at a party

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