Key Lime Pudding Pie

Yields 1 (9-inch) pie

1 (9-inch) pre-made pie shell or graham cracker pie shell (see recipe: Single-crust Pie Pastry or Graham Cracker Pie Shell)

3 cups pre-made key lime instant pudding

Fresh whipped cream (recipe follows)

1 teaspoon lime zest

Candied or fresh lime slice (for garnish)

 

Fresh Whipped Cream:

½ cup heavy cream

1 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar

1 teaspoon pure lime extract

 

1. To prepare fresh whipped cream, in a chilled bowl placed over ice, whip heavy cream with an electric mixer until slightly thickened. Gradually whisk in confectioners’ sugar and lime extract. Beat until thick and fluffy. 
2. Place pudding in a bowl and fold in whipped cream. Add lime zest. Mix well.
3. Pour mixture into pie shell.
4. Place pie in freezer for a few hours.
5. Allow pie to thaw at room temperature for approximately 10 minutes prior to serving. If desired, garnish top center of frozen pie with a candied or fresh lime slice.