A sweet treat from North Carolina.
If you’re looking for a new dessert recipe to brighten things up, this Atlantic Beach Pie is just the dessert for you. Originally a staple in seafood restaurants along the coast of North Carolina, this pie brings together a surprising mix of ingredients that combine in a seriously delicious way. With a combo of both lemon and lime juice, this citrusy treat is not short on flavor. It’s baked in a saltine crust for a salty twist that you just might want to steal for your other pie recipes. One bite, and you’ll understand why folks love this coastal classic.
The best thing about this pie might be how incredibly easy it is to whip up. The crust comes together with crushed saltines, some melted butter, sugar, an egg white, and a pinch of extra salt. Press the mixture into your pie dish and bake for a little under 20 minutes. Then it’s onto the filling!
Since the lemon and lime juice are the stars of the show here, I highly encourage you to go with the fresh stuff. Bottle lime juice just doesn’t have the same flavor! Mix that fresh juice with a can of sweetened condensed milk and four egg yolks for a thick and custard-y filling. Easy as that, it’s time to pour the filling into the prepared saltine crust and pop it in the oven for about 15 minutes or until it’s set through the center.
Once your pie has finished baking, give it time to come to room temperature, then set it in the fridge to chill for at least 2 hours before you serve it up. When it’s time for dessert, add a layer of whipped cream to the top and a sprinkle of lime zest if you’re feeling fancy. This sweet and salty treat is sure to be a hit on any occasion. Give the recipe a try and taste for yourself!
Atlantic Beach Pie
.Yield(s): Serves 8
. 20m prep time
. 35m cook time
. 2h 30m inactive
Ingredients
1 2/3 cups finely crushed saltine crackers, about 1 sleeve
6 tablespoons butter, melted
3 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
4 egg yolks, lightly beaten
1/4 cup fresh lime juice, about 2-3 large limes
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, about 2 lemons
Whipped cream for topping
Preparation
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