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Key lime pie

American  

noun

  1. a custardlike pie made with lime juice, condensed milk, eggs, and flavorings and served in a pastry shell.


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Flight attendants squeezed lime juice on Biscoff to create Key lime pie flavor, and passengers tried their luck scoring extra packages to bring home.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

In 2006, Key lime pie was designated Florida’s official pie by the state Legislature.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 3, 2023

Lucia: And the Key lime pie is excellent there.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2023

As they sat on the beach under a full moon eating grocery store Key lime pie and drinking cheap rosé, he realized he couldn’t picture a life without her.

From New York Times • May 6, 2022

A grain-free, no-bake take on Key lime pie that's perfect for the summer months.

From Salon • Sep. 28, 2021

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