Best 4 Mini Key Lime Pies Recipes

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Indulge in the zesty and refreshing flavors of Mini Key Lime Pies, a delightful treat that captures the essence of summer in every bite. These individual-sized pies are a perfect balance of tangy and sweet, made with a graham cracker crust, a creamy key lime filling, and a dollop of whipped cream. They’re the perfect size for a sweet ending to a meal or a delightful snack to enjoy anytime.

The article features three variations of Mini Key Lime Pies, each offering a unique twist on the classic recipe. The first recipe is a traditional Mini Key Lime Pie, showcasing the classic combination of tangy key lime filling and a graham cracker crust. The second recipe adds a luscious layer of chocolate ganache, creating a decadent Chocolate Key Lime Pie. The third recipe incorporates the tropical flavors of coconut, resulting in a refreshing Coconut Key Lime Pie.

These Mini Key Lime Pies are not only delicious but also easy to make. The recipes provide step-by-step instructions, making them accessible to bakers of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, you'll be able to create these delightful pies with ease.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to create these Mini Key Lime Pies. With their vibrant flavors and zesty charm, they're sure to become a favorite dessert for you and your loved ones.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MINI KEY LIME PIES RECIPE BY TASTY



Mini Key Lime Pies Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: egg yolks, lime zest, lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, graham cracker, granulated sugar, unsalted butter, heavy cream, confectioners sugar, lime zest

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Bakery Goods

Yield 6 pies

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 egg yolks
4 ½ teaspoons lime zest, grated
½ cup lime juice, 3-4 limes
14 fl oz sweetened condensed milk
11 crackers graham cracker
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup heavy cream
¼ cup confectioners sugar
1 tablespoon lime zest

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (170°C).
  • Make the filling: Whisk the egg yolks and lime zest in a medium bowl until tinted light green, about 2 minutes.
  • Beat in the lime juice and condensed milk, then set aside at room temperature to thicken.
  • Make the crust: Crush the graham crackers in a zip-top bag, then mix in the sugar and butter. Divide the crumbs between a 6-cup muffin tin and press down to form crusts.
  • Bake for 8 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for 15 minutes.
  • Pour filling into the crusts, then bake until the center is slightly jiggly, 15-17 minutes.
  • Let cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until chilled, 2-3 hours.
  • Make the whipped cream: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric hand mixer and slowly add the sugar. Once soft peaks form, add the lime zest, then whip until firm peaks form.
  • Top the mini pies with whipped cream.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532 calories, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 50 grams

MINI KEY LIME PIES



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Nothing taste better than key lime pie made with fresh key limes. This one is really tasty and super simple to make. Mini pies are great because everyone can have their own.

Provided by Lisawas

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes     Key Lime Pie Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 mini graham cracker crusts
3 cups sweetened condensed milk
1 cup sour cream
1 cup freshly squeezed Key lime juice
3 tablespoons grated Key lime zest
2 fresh Key limes, thinly sliced
1 (7 ounce) can whipped cream topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place mini graham cracker crusts onto a baking sheet.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, Key lime juice, and Key lime zest until smooth. Pour the filling into the graham cracker crusts, filling to the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hot, 5 to 8 minutes. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, at least 1 hour. To serve, garnish each mini pie with a Key lime slice and a dollop of whipped cream topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.3 calories, Carbohydrate 62.7 g, Cholesterol 47.1 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 271.9 mg, Sugar 49.7 g

MINI FROZEN KEY LIME PIES



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Don't want to share your key lime pie? With these mini versions of the creamy, tangy dessert, you don't have to!

Provided by Katherine Sacks

Categories     Dessert     Frozen Dessert     Lime     Lime Juice     Pie     Cream Cheese     Milk/Cream     Summer     Freeze/Chill     Muffin     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon honey
1 cup graham cracker crumbs (from about 8 crackers)
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
3 tablespoons finely grated key lime zest, divided
1/3 cup fresh key lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup chilled heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Special Equipment
A standard 12-cup muffin pan

Steps:

  • Melt butter and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat or in a microwave-safe bowl. Pulse graham crackers in a food processor until fine crumbs form. With the motor running, drizzle in butter-honey mixture and process until well combined. Transfer mixture to a medium bowl; set aside.
  • Using an electric mixer on high speed, beat cream cheese in a large bowl until creamy, about 3 minutes. Add condensed milk and beat until smooth. Add key lime juice and lemon juice and beat to combine. Beat in 2 Tbsp. key lime zest.
  • Using a whisk or electric mixer on medium-high speed, whip cream in another medium bowl to very soft peaks. Sprinkle powdered sugar over cream and continue to whip until it holds stiff peaks. Gently fold 1/2 cup cream into key lime mixture; cover remaining cream and chill.
  • Line muffin pan with paper liners. Pour key lime mixture into a pastry bag or plastic bag with the corner snipped off and pipe batter evenly into tins. Top each with 1 1/2 Tbsp. cracker crumb mixture, breaking up crumbs to completely cover, then press down gently to adhere. Freeze until set, at least 3 hours.
  • Remove pies from molds, turn upside down, and remove paper liners. Spread reserved cream over pies and top with remaining 1 Tbsp. key lime zest.
  • Do Ahead
  • Pies (without topping) can be made 2 weeks ahead; cover and freeze.

MINI KEY LIME AND COCONUT PIES



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Savor the flavor of Key Lime Pie with these individual muffin-size treats. They're great when you need to serve a large group.-Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup Key lime juice
3 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon coconut extract
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Slice cookie dough into 18 pieces. With floured fingers, press onto the bottom and 1/2-in. up the sides of 18 greased muffin cups. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the milk, lime juice, egg yolks and lime zest. Spoon into hot crusts. Bake 7-9 minutes longer or until filling is set. Cool completely in pans on wire racks. Cover and refrigerate until serving., Just before serving, in a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add the confectioners' sugar and extracts; beat until soft peaks form. Remove pies from muffin cups. Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use key limes. Key limes have a more intense flavor than regular limes, and they will give your pies a more authentic taste.
  • If you can't find key limes, you can use regular limes. Just be sure to use more of them to get the same flavor.
  • To make sure your pie crusts are flaky, be sure to use cold butter and ice water. And don't overwork the dough.
  • When baking the pie crusts, be sure to prick the bottom with a fork. This will help to prevent the crusts from bubbling up.
  • For the key lime filling, be sure to use fresh key lime juice. Bottled key lime juice will not give you the same flavor.
  • If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a zip-top bag. Just snip off the corner of the bag and pipe the filling into the pie crusts.
  • To make sure your pies set properly, be sure to chill them for at least 4 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

These mini key lime pies are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They're easy to make, delicious, and sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these pies a try. You won't be disappointed.

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