Who has the best Key lime pie?

Can you freeze lime cheesecake?

Wrap it all in a few layers of plastic wrap, then a final layer of aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 3 months, then thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving. Do not freeze cheesecake with any toppings. Add toppings when serving cheesecake.

How long will key lime pie last in fridge?

4 days

Why is my key lime pie watery?

Being over zealous on mixing will prevent the pie from setting up properly. It's the leading cause of a runny key lime pie. Pouring the key lime pie filling into the graham cracker crust.

How do I make my key lime pie thicker?

Using a wire whisk, combine condensed milk and non-dairy whipped topping. Slowly add in the juice, mixing while you add it in. The juice will cause a chemical reaction to take place and the mixture will thicken.

Will lime juice thicken condensed milk?

The only other ingredients you need are sweetened condensed milk and a pie shell to pour the mixture into. Here's the science: The acid in the key lime juice reacts with the proteins in the milk to thicken the mixture. That's why you don't need to bake it.

Why is my homemade condensed milk not thick?

If your condensed milk doesn't thicken after a couple of hours, it means you removed the pan from the heat early. You can pour the mixture into a small pan and carefully continue to reduce the mixture.

Why does lime juice thicken cream?

Lemon juice acidifies the cream, causing the casein proteins in the cream to clump. ... Fat in the cream prevents the casein from clumping tightly; instead of curdling as milk would, the mixture thickens.

How bad is condensed milk for you?

Sweetened condensed milk is high in calories and unsuitable for people with cow's milk protein allergy or lactose intolerance. Its sweet flavor may be off-putting for some and doesn't typically serve as a good substitute for regular milk in recipes.

What happens if you eat expired condensed milk?

Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk should have an off white color. However, as the product ages it may darken in color and thicken. As long as the Best If Used By date is still current, the product can still be used. The change in color or texture should not affect recipe results.

What is a vegan substitute for condensed milk?

Condensed milk is traditionally used to make desserts throughout the world. Hence, vegan condensed milk is non-dairy milk like almond, coconut, oat milk that is sweetened and cooked until it has the same consistency as traditional condensed milk.

What is the best condensed milk?

The Contenders

• Brand 1: Santini.
• Brand 2: Borden: Eagle Brand.
• Brand 3: Nestle: Carnation.
• Brand 4: Borden: Magnolia Brand.
• Brand 5: Parrot Brand.
• Brand 6: Longevity Brand.

How much water do you add to condensed milk to make milk?

Add an equal amount of water. For example, if a recipe lists 1 cup (250 mL) milk, add ½ cup water to ½ cup evaporated milk.

What can I use instead of condensed milk for cheesecake?

Just mix a cup of nonfat dry milk powder with sugar, margarine, and boiling water, and you've got a thick, sweet condensed milk substitute that has the same dairy richness it's known for (via Allrecipes).

Can I use milk instead of cream in a cheesecake?

You can use whole milk or opt for skim milk to help slash the calories and fat content of your recipe. This substitute is especially useful in cooking, but it may alter the texture of baked goods and won't whip as well as heavy cream.

Can you turn evaporated milk into condensed milk?

If you have a can of evaporated milk in your pantry, you're already half way to sweetened condensed milk. Just combine one 12-oz can of evaporated milk and 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar in a sauce pan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. ... Allow your sweetened condensed milk to cool.