Best 3 Key Lime Pie Light Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Key lime pie recipes, a harmonious blend of tangy, sweet, and creamy textures. Embark on a culinary journey with our classic Key lime pie, a timeless dessert that captivates taste buds with its vibrant filling and graham cracker crust. Discover the secrets behind achieving the perfect balance of tartness and sweetness, ensuring an unforgettable taste experience.

For those seeking a lighter indulgence, our light Key lime pie recipe offers a delightful alternative. This version incorporates Greek yogurt, skim milk, and reduced-fat cream cheese, resulting in a luscious filling that is both satisfying and guilt-free. Enjoy the same creamy texture and tangy flavor, without compromising on taste or enjoyment.

For a vegan twist, our vegan Key lime pie recipe caters to those with dietary restrictions or preferences. This plant-based rendition uses silken tofu, coconut milk, and agave nectar to create a remarkably creamy and flavorful filling. Experience the magic of a vegan dessert that rivals its traditional counterpart, delivering a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Additionally, our mini Key lime pies offer a charming presentation, perfect for individual servings or special occasions. These bite-sized treats feature a crisp graham cracker crust and a tangy, creamy filling, sure to delight guests and family alike. With their elegant appearance and delightful taste, these mini pies are guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering.

Embark on a culinary adventure with our Key lime pie recipes, and discover the perfect blend of tangy, sweet, and creamy flavors. Whether you prefer a classic indulgence, a lighter option, a vegan delight, or charming mini pies, we have a recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

KEY LIME PIE (LIGHT)



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Make and share this Key Lime Pie (Light) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Pie

Time 30m

Yield 1 pie, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (14 ounce) can low fat sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup smooth 5% ricotta cheese
4 ounces light cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup fresh lime juice (approximately 2 limes)
2 teaspoons finely grated lime rind
1/4 cup granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F Spray a 9-inch pie plate with vegetable spray.
  • Make crust: in a bowl, stir together the graham crumbs, sugar, water and oil until mixed. Pat the mixture onto the bottom and up the side of a prepared pan.
  • Make filling: in a food processor, combine the condensed milk, ricotta cheese, cream cheese, lime juice and rind, and sugar; purée the mixture until it is smooth. Pour it into the crust.
  • Place the pan in the centre of the oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes or just until the filling is set. Let the pan cool on a wire rack.
  • Chill before serving.

KEY LIME PIE - COOKING LIGHT



KEY LIME PIE - COOKING LIGHT image

Categories     Citrus

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

Crust:
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 ounce premium white chocolate, grated or finely chopped
2 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled
1 tablespoon canola oil
Cooking spray $
Filling:
1/2 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt $
1/2 cup fresh Key lime juice or fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
3 large egg yolks $
1 (14-ounce) can fat-free sweetened condensed milk
3/4 cup frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°. 2. To prepare crust, combine crumbs, sugar, salt, and chocolate in a bowl, stirring well to combine. Add butter and oil; toss with a fork until moist. Press crumb mixture into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch pie plate coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 8 to 10 minutes or until beginning to brown; cool completely on a wire rack. 3. To prepare filling, place yogurt and next 4 ingredients (through milk) in a bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour mixture into prepared crust. Bake at 350° for 14 minutes or until set. Cool pie completely on a wire rack. Cover loosely, and chill at least 2 hours. Serve with whipped topping.

KEY LIME PIE ~ LIGHT



KEY LIME PIE ~ LIGHT image

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 15

Crust:
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 ounce premium white chocolate, grated or finely chopped
2 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled
1 tablespoon canola oil $
Cooking spray $
Filling:
1/2 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt
1/2 cup fresh Key lime juice or fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
3 large egg yolks
1 (14-ounce) can fat-free sweetened condensed milk
3/4 cup frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°. 2. To prepare crust, combine crumbs, sugar, salt, and chocolate in a bowl, stirring well to combine. Add butter and oil; toss with a fork until moist. Press crumb mixture into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch pie plate coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 8 to 10 minutes or until beginning to brown; cool completely on a wire rack. 3. To prepare filling, place yogurt and next 4 ingredients (through milk) in a bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour mixture into prepared crust. Bake at 350° for 14 minutes or until set. Cool pie completely on a wire rack. Cover loosely, and chill at least 2 hours. Serve with whipped topping.

Tips:

  • Use key limes. Key limes have a unique flavor that is perfect for key lime pie. If you can't find key limes, you can use regular limes, but the flavor will be slightly different.
  • Use fresh lime juice. Fresh lime juice has a brighter, more intense flavor than bottled lime juice. It will also help your pie to set properly.
  • Grate the lime zest. Lime zest adds a lot of flavor to the pie. Be sure to grate it finely so that it distributes evenly throughout the pie.
  • Don't overbeat the egg yolks. Overbeaten egg yolks will make your pie filling too thick and custard-like. Beat them just until they are combined.
  • Bake the pie in a water bath. This will help to prevent the pie from cracking and will also give it a more even bake.
  • Chill the pie before serving. This will help the pie to set properly and will also make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Key lime pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its bright, citrusy flavor and creamy, smooth filling, key lime pie is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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