Description
These Upside Down Key Lime Pies are a delightful twist on the classic dessert. Creamy and tangy key lime filling sits atop a crunchy graham cracker crust, all served in individual portions for a perfect treat.
Ingredients
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Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Key Lime Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 teaspoon key lime zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped Cream Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream, cold
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Extra lime zest or graham cracker crumbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Graham Cracker Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes. Let cool.
- Key Lime Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add condensed milk, lime juice, zest, and vanilla. In a separate bowl, whip cream and sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold into the key lime mixture.
- Assembly: Spoon graham cracker crumbs into jars. Top with key lime filling. Garnish and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Mini pies can be made up to one day ahead.
- For extra tartness, add more lime juice to taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
