Best 5 Key Lime Pie With Almond Crumb Crust Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds in the symphony of flavors presented by this collection of key lime pie masterpieces. Embark on a culinary journey that begins with a classic key lime pie boasting a velvety smooth filling nestled in a graham cracker crust. For a taste of tropical paradise, try the coconut key lime pie, where the zesty citrus filling is complemented by the sweet and nutty flavors of coconut. Gluten-free enthusiasts will delight in the almond flour key lime pie, a grain-free variation that maintains the delectable tanginess of the traditional recipe. For a delightful twist, savor the key lime pie bars, featuring a luscious lime filling atop a buttery shortbread crust, perfect for sharing with friends. Last but not least, experience the magic of the no-bake key lime pie, a chilled dessert that requires no oven time, making it a breeze to prepare. With its tantalizing aroma and burst of citrusy flavors, this collection of key lime pie recipes promises an extraordinary culinary experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

KEY LIME PIE



Key Lime Pie image

Made with ordinary limes, this "Key lime" pie tastes every bit as authentic as the real deal -- plus it's easier to make.

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1½ cups finely crushed graham cracker crumbs, from about 12 whole graham crackers
⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Two 14-oz cans sweetened condensed milk
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk)
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
¾ cup fresh lime juice
1 cup cold heavy cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
8 to 10 thin lime slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 °F and set an oven rack in the middle position.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter; stir with a fork first, and then your hands until the mixture is well combined. Using your fingers and the bottom of a glass or dry measuring cup, press the crumbs firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9 x 1.5-inch (deep-dish) pie pan. The crust should be about ¼-inch thick. (Tip: do the sides first.)
  • Bake for 10 minutes, until just slightly browned. Let the crust cool on a wire rack.
  • Lower the oven temperature to 350°F.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, yogurt, lime zest, and lime juice. Pour the thick mixture into the warm graham cracker crust. Bake for 15 minutes, until the filling is almost set; it should wobble a bit. Let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then place in the refrigerator to chill thoroughly, about 3 hours.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add the confectioners' sugar and beat until medium peaks form. Top the pie with the whipped cream. Decorate with the lime zest and lime slices. Store the pie in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Slice the pie into wedges, wiping your knife clean between slices, and serve cold.
  • Make-Ahead Instructions: You can make the crust a day ahead of time, but the filling should be added on the day of serving, otherwise the crust will get soggy.
  • Note: The nutritional information was calculated using 2% Greek yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481, Fat 24 g, Carbohydrate 60 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sugar 54 g, Fiber 0 g, Sodium 183 mg, Cholesterol 76 mg

KEY LIME PIE WITH ALMOND CRUMB CRUST



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Categories     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Lime     Almond     Chill     Gourmet     Small Plates

Number Of Ingredients 9

For the crust
1 cup zweiback crumbs or graham cracker crumbs
2/3 cup blanched almonds, toasted lightly, cooled completely, and ground fine in a food processor
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1/4 cup sugar
3 large eggs, separated, the whites at room temperature
a 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup Key lime juice (available bottled at specialty food shops) or fresh lime juice (about 3 limes)
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Make the crust:
  • In a bowl combine well the crumbs, the almonds, the butter, and the sugar, press the mixture onto the bottom and side of a 10-inch pie plate, and bake the shell in the middle of a preheated 350°F. oven for 10 minutes, or until it is browned lightly. Let the shell cool on a rack.
  • In a large bowl beat the yolks with the condensed milk and stir in the lime juice, a little at a time, stirring to combine the filling well. Spoon the filling into the shell and chill the pie for 1 hour. In a bowl beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until they hold soft peaks, add the sugar, beating, 1 tablespoon at a time, and beat the meringue until it holds stiff peaks. Spread the meringue over the filling and bake the pie in the middle of a preheated 350°F. oven for 15 minutes, or until the meringue is just golden. Chill the pie for 2 hours.

KEY LIME PIE WITH ALMOND CRUMB CRUST



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Categories     Side     Bake     Lime     Almond     Chill

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

For crust
1 cup zweiback crumbs or graham cracker crumbs
2/3 cup blanched almonds, toasted lightly, cooled completely, and ground fine in a food processor
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1/4 cup sugar
For filling
3 large eggs, separated, the whites at room temperature
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup Key lime juice (available bottled at specialty food shops) or fresh lime juice (about 3 limes)
1/3 cup sugar
Special equipment: 10-inch pie plate

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F, with the rack in the middle.
  • In a medium bowl, combine well the crumbs, almonds, butter, and sugar. Press the mixture onto the bottom and up the side of a 10-inch pie plate. Bake the shell for 10 minutes, or until it is browned lightly. Let the shell cool on a rack.
  • In a large bowl, beat the yolks with the condensed milk and stir in the lime juice, a little at a time, stirring to combine the filling well. Spoon the filling into the cooled shell and chill the pie for 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until they hold soft peaks. Add the sugar, beating, 1 tablespoon at a time, and beat the meringue until it holds stiff peaks. Spread the meringue over the filling and bake for 15 minutes, or until the meringue is just golden. Chill the pie for 2 hours.

KEY LIME PIE



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We created this refreshing mini pie with a homemade crumb crust and a pudding-like lime filling. If you can't find Key lime juice, regular lime juice works just fine. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2/3 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
1 drop green food coloring, optional
2 large egg yolks, room temperature, beaten
2 tablespoons Key lime juice
1 teaspoon butter
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
Whipped cream, optional
Optional: Thinly sliced Key limes and additional grated lime zest

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a 7-in. pie plate coated with cooking spray. Bake at 325° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, cornstarch and salt; gradually stir in water and, if desired, food coloring. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in lime juice, butter and lime zest. , Pour into crust. Cool for 15 minutes. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Garnish with whipped cream, lime slices and zest if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MARSHMALLOW-ALMOND KEY LIME PIE



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Summer is peak season for Key limes-a must for this pie's distinctive sweet-tart flavor. Unlike other Key lime pies, mine has a smooth marshmallow layer on top that makes it stand out as a crowd favorite. -Judy Castranova, New Bern, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted, divided
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon honey
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened, divided
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon grated Key lime peel
1/2 cup Key lime juice
Dash salt
1 large egg yolk
1-3/4 cups miniature marshmallows
4-1/2 teaspoons butter
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place flour, brown sugar and 1/2 cup almonds in a food processor; process until almonds are finely chopped. Add melted butter and honey; process until crumbly. Press onto bottom and up sides of a greased 9-in. pie plate. Bake until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat 5 ounces cream cheese, milk, lime peel, lime juice and salt until blended. Add egg yolk; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. Bake until center is almost set, 15-20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. , Meanwhile, place marshmallows and butter in a small heavy saucepan; cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Transfer to a large bowl; beat in remaining cream cheese until blended. Beat in cream. Refrigerate, covered, until cold., Beat chilled marshmallow mixture until light and fluffy. Spread over pie; sprinkle with remaining almonds. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 587 calories, Fat 35g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Tips:

  • For the perfect graham cracker crust, use a food processor to finely grind the crackers. This will help the crust to be smooth and even.
  • When making the key lime pie filling, be sure to use fresh key limes. This will give the pie its signature tart and tangy flavor.
  • If you don't have key limes, you can use regular limes. However, you may need to add a little more sugar to the filling to balance out the tartness.
  • Be sure to chill the pie for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the filling to set and firm up.
  • To make the almond crumb crust, use a food processor to finely grind the almonds. This will help the crust to be smooth and even.
  • When making the chocolate ganache, be sure to use high-quality chocolate. This will give the ganache a rich and decadent flavor.
  • Be sure to chill the ganache for at least 30 minutes before using. This will help it to thicken and set.

Conclusion:

These key lime pie recipes are all delicious and easy to make. Whether you're looking for a classic key lime pie with a graham cracker crust or a more unique version with an almond crumb crust or chocolate ganache, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet and tangy treat, give one of these key lime pie recipes a try!

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