Avocado and lime pie

Here’s a delicious recipe for Avocado and Lime Pie, a creamy and refreshing dessert:

Avocado and Lime Pie Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• Graham Crackers: 1 ½ cups (crushed)
• Sugar: 1/4 cup
• Butter: 1/2 cup (melted)

For the Filling:

• Ripe Avocados: 2 medium, peeled and pitted
• Sweetened Condensed Milk: 1 can (about 400g)
• Lime Juice: 1/2 cup (freshly squeezed)
• Lime Zest: 1 tablespoon
• Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon

For Garnish (optional):

• Whipped Cream: for topping
• Lime Slices: for decoration
• Fresh Mint: for decoration

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:

   • Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
   • In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
   • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan.
   • Bake for about 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely.

2. Make the Filling:

   • In a blender or food processor, combine the ripe avocados, sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Fill the Crust:

   • Pour the avocado filling into the cooled graham cracker crust and spread it evenly.

4. Chill:

   • Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or until set.

5. Serve:

   • Once chilled, slice and serve. Top with whipped cream and garnish with lime slices and fresh mint if desired.

Tips:

• For a lighter version, you can use a combination of Greek yogurt and whipped cream in the filling.
• This pie can be made a day in advance for easier preparation.

Enjoy your refreshing avocado and lime pie!