Description
Indulge in these Heavenly No-Bake Mini Key Lime Pies, a delightful treat that balances creamy sweetness with vibrant citrus flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
melted
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup key lime juice
freshly squeezed
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Lime zest for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of mini tart pans to form the crust, ensuring an even layer. Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the key lime mixture until fully combined.
- Spoon the key lime filling into the chilled crusts and smooth the tops. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Before serving, garnish with additional lime zest for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
Ensure to use fresh key lime juice for the best flavor, and chill your mixing bowls and beaters before whipping the cream to achieve maximum volume.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake / Chilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Keywords: Key Lime Pie, No-Bake Dessert, Mini Pies, American Dessert, Summer Recipes, Citrus Dessert