Best 5 Key Lime Pie Ice Box Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of a classic Southern treat with our delectable Key lime pie ice box recipes.

Discover the secrets of crafting a creamy, citrusy filling that perfectly balances the tang of Key limes with the sweetness of condensed milk. Learn how to create a graham cracker crust that provides a sturdy and flavorful base for your pie. Explore variations of this classic dessert, such as a no-bake version that's perfect for those hot summer days or a chocolate-dipped option that adds a rich, decadent touch. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes will guide you in creating a stunning and delicious Key lime pie ice box that will be the star of any gathering.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ICEBOX KEY LIME PIE



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This recipe, originally from Chef Diane Unger, is unique in that contains no raw eggs, which used to be a standard ingredient for the pie. Since raw eggs are now a "no-no'" here's a tested way to produce a lime pie as bright and custard-like as the original, without using eggs. Garnish with a thinly sliced fresh lime "wheel" and wait for your guests to be "wowed." A great ending for a meal year around, but particularly during the warm summer months. Note: Do not be tempted to use bottled lime juice, which lacks depth of flavor. Also, use the larger Persian Limes...not the true Key Limes. It would take about 40 of the little Key Limes to yield a cup of juice!

Provided by GREG IN SAN DIEGO

Categories     Pie

Time 3h40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 whole graham crackers, broken into small pieces
2 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/3 cup vanilla instant pudding mix
1 1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
1 cup fresh lime juice (from 6 to 8 limes)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For the crust:.
  • Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Pulse crackers and sugar in food processor until finely ground.
  • Add melted butter in steady stream, while pulsing, until crumbs resemble damp sand.
  • Using bottom of dry measuring cup, press crumbs firmly into bottom and sides of a 9 inch pie plate.
  • Bake until fragrant and browned around edges, 12 to 14 minutes.
  • Cool completely.
  • For the filling:.
  • Process sugar and zest in food processor until sugar turns bright green, about 30 seconds.
  • Add cream cheese and process until combined, about 30 seconds.
  • Add condensed milk and pudding mix and process until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  • Scrape down sides of bowl.
  • Stir gelatin and 2 tablespoons lime juice in small bowl.
  • Heat in microwave for 15 seconds.
  • Stir until dissolved.
  • With machine running, pour gelatin mixture, remaining lime juice and vanilla through feed tube and mix until thoroughly combined, about 30 seconds.
  • Pour filling into cooled crust, cover with plastic and refrigerate at least 3 hours or up to 2 days.
  • To serve, let pie sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing and garnishing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.3, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 67.2, Sodium 190, Carbohydrate 45.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 40, Protein 6.6

LEMON OR KEY LIME ICEBOX PIE



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I like this recipe because its simple and if you have children they can help with this one. Plus its a bit tart and sweet too. I have been making this pie for some years now. Best tip is to let your cream cheese get room temp, or heat in microwave unwrapped for 10-15 sec.

Provided by Amy Childers

Categories     Pie

Time 2h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup lemon juice or 1/2 cup key lime juice
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
1 graham cracker crust

Steps:

  • Mix the first three ingredients together till smooth, then fold in the cool whip. Once the cool whip is completely folded into the mix pour into the pie shell and allow to chill no less than 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.8, Fat 28.8, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 48, Sodium 325, Carbohydrate 55.1, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 45.4, Protein 7.7

CRUNCHY KEY LIME PIE BITES ON ICE CREAM



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Imagine Key lime pie bars, but with opposite proportions of salty graham cracker crust and tangy lime custard. Serve this dessert on your favorite ice cream.

Provided by Mason Hereford

Yield Serves 2 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

One 14.4-oz. box graham crackers (ground to fine breadcrumb-size)
2 sticks (16 Tbsp.) plus 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
½ cup white sugar
1 Tbsp. kosher salt (Diamond Crystal or about half as much Morton), or more if you like
¾ cup plus 2 Tbsp. sweetened condensed milk
¼ cup bottled Key lime juice (like Nellie and Joe's)
2 egg yolks
2 pints vanilla, coconut, or Creole cream cheese (a Louisiana thing) ice cream
Flaky sea salt

Steps:

  • To make the Key lime pie bites: Get your oven to 350°F. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, butter, sugar, and kosher salt and mix it with your hands until it's all like wet sand.
  • Line a loaf pan with parchment paper so the paper hangs over the sides by an inch or two. Put the graham sand in there and give it a firm press onto the bottom so you have an even packed layer that's a smidge more than an inch. Bake, rotating the pan once, until the edges start to darken a shade but the center isn't quite done, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • While you're waiting, whisk together the condensed milk, Key lime juice, and egg yolks so they're well mixed. When the crust is done, pour on the lime mixture, give the pan a couple of taps on the counter so the lime stuff settles evenly, then bake again until the lime mixture is just barely set in the center, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Let this bad boy come to room temperature, then pop it in the fridge until it's cold and it's good to go. It keeps, covered, in the fridge for a week or the freezer for two.
  • To serve: Run a knife along the edges of the pan, then use the parchment paper to lift out and cut the bars into roughly 1-inch crunchy Key lime pie babies. Scoop the ice cream into bowls (or just leave in the carton), top with the Key lime pie bites, and garnish with a pinch of flaky salt. Eat.

LEMON LIME ICEBOX PIE



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Get rave reviews at your next barbecue by serving a creamy, citrusy icebox pie for dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 5h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cans (14 oz each) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
6 egg yolks
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1 large graham cracker crumb crust (9 oz)
Lemon and lime slices, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, mix condensed milk, egg yolks, lemon peel, lime peel, lemon juice and lime juice until blended. Pour into crust.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until center is set. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 hour. Cover; refrigerate 4 hours or until well chilled.
  • Garnish with lemon and lime slices. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 66 g, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg

ICEBOX KEY LIME PIE RECIPE



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Provided by mz0926

Number Of Ingredients 11

Crust 8 whole graham crackers, broken into smaller pieces
2 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling 1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/3 cup instant vanilla pudding mix
1 1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
1 cup fresh lime juice from 6 to 8 limes
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. For the crust: Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Pulse crackers and sugar in food processor until finely ground. Add melted butter in steady stream while pulsing until crumbs resemble damp sand. Using bottom of dry measuring cup, press crumbs firmly into bottom and sides of 9-inch pie plate. Bake until fragrant and browned around edges, 12 to 14 minutes. Cool completely. 2. For the filling: Process sugar and zest in food processor until sugar turns bright green, about 30 seconds. Add cream cheese and process until combined, about 30 seconds. Add condensed milk and pudding mix and process until smooth, about 30 seconds. Scrape down sides of bowl. Stir gelatin and 2 tablespoons lime juice in small bowl. Heat in microwave for 15 seconds; stir until dissolved. With machine running, pour gelatin mixture, remaining lime juice, and vanilla through feed tube and mix until thoroughly combined, about 30 seconds. 3. Pour filling into cooled crust, cover with plastic, and refrigerate at least 3 hours or up to 2 days. To serve, let pie sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing.

Tips:

  • Use fresh key limes for the best flavor. Key limes are smaller and have a more intense flavor than regular limes. If you can't find key limes, you can use regular limes, but you may need to add more of them to get the same flavor.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened before you start making the pie. This will help it mix smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • Don't overbeat the whipped cream. Overbeaten whipped cream will be grainy and won't hold its shape well.
  • Chill the pie for at least 4 hours before serving. This will help it set and develop its full flavor.
  • Serve the pie with fresh fruit or whipped cream, if desired.

Conclusion:

Key lime pie is a classic summer dessert that is easy to make and always a hit. With its creamy, tangy filling and graham cracker crust, it's the perfect way to cool down on a hot day. So next time you're looking for a refreshing and delicious dessert, give this key lime pie ice box recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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