Key Lime and Elderflower Pie

A citrusy make-ahead dessert featuring a biscuit base, lime and elderflower filling, topped with soft whipped cream and mint.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 532.1 kcals 4256.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 48 grams 384.2 grams
Fat 35.7 grams 285.8 grams
Protein 6.8 grams 54.1 grams
Cook Time
20 mins
Produces
8 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1
to taste
CondimentsSauces
75
ml
Elderflower Cordial
1 to 10 dilution ratio
Dairy
80
g
Butter
Melted
400
g
3
piece
Egg Yolks
Free-range
200
ml
Double Cream
Divided use
Fruits
1
piece
Lime Zest
Finely grated
GrainsCereals
175
g
Digestive Biscuits
Or ginger biscuits, finely crushed
Liquids
100
ml
Lime Juice
Freshly squeezed, about 3 limes
NutsSeeds
1
piece
Mint Sprigs
For garnish

Steps

  • Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs and stir in the caster sugar.
  • Mix in the melted butter and press the mixture into a 23cm springform tin, building 4cm sides.
  • Chill the crust in the fridge for 20 minutes until firm.
  • Preheat your oven to 170°C.
  • Whisk condensed milk, lime juice, zest, cordial, egg yolks, and 100ml of cream until thick.
  • Pour the filling into the crust and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until slightly wobbly.
  • Cool for 30 minutes in the tin, then refrigerate until cold.
  • Whip the remaining 100ml of cream with icing sugar until soft peaks form.
  • Spread the cream over the pie and garnish with mint before serving.