Description
Portable, no-bake Key Lime Pie served in individual jars, with a buttery graham cracker crust, tangy key lime filling, and a cloud of whipped cream. Bright, creamy, and perfect for parties or make-ahead treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 1 cup whipping cream, chilled
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare crust: In a bowl mix 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs with 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter until evenly coated.
- Make filling: In a separate bowl whisk together 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk, 1/2 cup freshly squeezed key lime juice, and 1 tablespoon key lime zest until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Layer jars: Spoon about 2 to 3 tablespoons of the crumb mixture into the bottom of each jar and press lightly to form a compact crust layer.
- Fill jars: Divide the lime filling evenly among the jars, pouring over the crust layer.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the assembled jars for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to firm up.
- Whip topping: Whip 1 cup chilled whipping cream with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Finish and serve: Spoon or pipe the whipped cream onto each chilled jar, garnish with extra lime zest or a thin lime slice, and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed key lime juice for the best, brightest flavor.
- Press the graham crumbs firmly to prevent a soggy crust.
- For a dairy-free version use coconut cream and a dairy-free condensed milk alternative.
- Make jars up to 24 hours ahead and store covered in the refrigerator for easiest party prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approx.)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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