Zesty Atlantic Beach Pie
A refreshing and zesty Atlantic Beach Pie featuring a salty-sweet Ritz cracker crust, a creamy citrus filling with lemon and orange, and a light whipped cream topping, perfect for summer.
Equipment
- 8-inch Pie Pan
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Food processor (optional)
Ingredients
Salty-Sweet Crust
- 2.5 cups Ritz crackers finely crushed
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
Zesty Filling
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk one standard can
- 4 large egg yolks
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract for filling
Creamy Topping
- 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract for topping
- Pinch of kosher salt
- Flaky sea salt for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Craft the Salty-Sweet Crust: Begin by preheating your oven to a comfortable 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, finely crush the Ritz crackers – you can use your hands or a food processor, aiming for fine crumbs, not powder. Stir in the melted butter and granulated sugar until everything is nicely combined. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into an 8-inch pie pan, pushing it up the sides. Place it in the fridge for 15 minutes to firm up, then bake for about 20 minutes, or until it turns a lovely golden-brown. Let it cool on the counter while you prepare the filling.
- Mix the Zesty Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, lemon zest, orange zest, and the first teaspoon of vanilla extract. Gradually add the fresh lemon and orange juices, continuing to whisk until the mixture is completely smooth and well blended. The fresh citrus brightens this step!
- Bake and Chill to Perfection: Pour your vibrant citrus filling into the (mostly) cooled pie crust. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes. The pie is ready when the edges are set, but the center still has a slight, gentle wobble – that's how you know it will be perfectly creamy! Allow the pie to cool completely to room temperature on your counter. Then, cover it with foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 4-6 hours, though chilling overnight truly makes it shine.
- Crown with Creamy Topping: Just before serving, prepare the light and airy whipped cream. In a mixing bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream with the powdered sugar, the second teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of kosher salt until beautiful stiff peaks form. Gently spread or dollop this fresh whipped cream over the chilled pie. For that signature Atlantic Beach flair, sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Slice and savor this delightful, easy-to-make dessert!
Notes
Nutrition Information per serving:
Calories: 628
Total Carbohydrates: 51g
Fats: 45g
Protein: 8g
(Note: Net Carbs: 50g refers to digestible carbohydrates.)
Calories: 628
Total Carbohydrates: 51g
Fats: 45g
Protein: 8g
(Note: Net Carbs: 50g refers to digestible carbohydrates.)
