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Experience the delightful flavors and textures of the iconic Deconstructed Key Lime Pie from the Deconstructed Dish Booth at Epcot without leaving the comfort of your home. Indulge in this unofficial recipe inspired by the International Festival of the Arts 2024, as we guide you through recreating each exquisite component to assemble the perfect deconstructed dessert. Get ready to savor the zesty lime curd, velvety “Key Lime” mousse, crunchy graham cracker cake, and delicate meringues in every delectable bite of this culinary masterpiece.

This dish is based on the Deconstructed Key Lime Pie from the Deconstructed Dish Booth at Epcot. Find more unofficial, dupe recipes from this festival here at my masterlist.

Creating a deconstructed Key Lime Pie involves assembling its components separately to highlight the distinct textures and flavors. Here’s a recipe for each component of a Deconstructed Key Lime Pie:

1. Flexible Key Lime Curd:

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
• 1 tablespoon key lime zest
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed

Instructions:

1. In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the key lime juice, key lime zest, sugar, and eggs.
2. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, creating a double boiler.
3. Whisk constantly until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 8-10 minutes).
4. Remove from heat and whisk in the cubed butter until smooth.
5. Strain the curd to remove any zest or cooked egg bits.
6. Allow it to cool to room temperature before refrigerating until ready to use.

2. “Key Lime” Mousse:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup key lime curd (from the above recipe)
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
2. Gently fold in the key lime curd until well combined.
3. Refrigerate the mousse until ready to assemble the dessert.

3. Graham Cracker Cake:

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl until well combined.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a lined or greased cake pan.
4. Bake for about 10 minutes or until the edges are golden.
5. Allow the crust to cool completely before assembling.

4. Meringues:

Ingredients:

• 3 large egg whites
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 225°F (110°C).
2. In a clean, dry bowl, whip the egg whites until soft peaks form.
3. Gradually add sugar while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
4. Fold in vanilla extract.
5. Pipe or spoon small mounds of the meringue onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours or until the meringues are crisp on the outside.
7. Allow the meringues to cool completely.

Assembling:

1. Place a slice of graham cracker cake on a plate.
2. Spoon or pipe a dollop of “Key Lime” Mousse on top.
3. Drizzle the Flexible Key Lime Curd around the plate.
4. Garnish with meringues.
5. Optionally, decorate with additional key lime zest or slices.

Enjoy your Deconstructed Key Lime Pie with its layered textures and vibrant flavors!