Key Lime Cream Pie
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Key Lime Cream Pie, a no-bake dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With its luscious blend of tangy Key lime juice, rich cream cheese, and a crunchy pecan shortbread crust, this pie is a summertime favorite. Not only does it offer a burst of flavor, but its creamy texture also makes it irresistible. Ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or family dinners, this dessert will have everyone asking for seconds—and the recipe! Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this Key Lime Cream Pie is a must-try for anyone looking to impress guests with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 package (11.3 ounces) pecan shortbread cookies, crushed
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 4 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup Key lime juice
- 1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
Instructions
- Mix crushed cookies with melted butter and press into the bottom and sides of a greased 9-inch pie plate.
- In a large bowl, beat heavy whipping cream until thick; add confectioners' sugar and coconut extract until stiff peaks form.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth; mix in sweetened condensed milk and Key lime juice.
- Gently fold in whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture; spoon filling into the prepared crust.
- Spread remaining whipped cream over the filling and sprinkle with toasted coconut.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 116g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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