Key Lime Pie

Key Lime Pie

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

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

For the Topping:

1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fresh cherries for garnish
Chopped nuts (optional).