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Mini Key Lime Pies

Mini Key Lime Pies

Delightful Mini Key Lime Pies with a refreshing tang and creamy texture, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
Filling Ingredients
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh key lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon lime zest
Topping Ingredients
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream chilled
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Mini Pie Pans
  • whisk

Method
 

Baking the Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottoms of mini pie pans or muffin tins to form the crusts.
  4. Bake the crusts in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and let cool.
Making the Filling
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
  2. Pour the key lime filling into the cooled crusts and spread evenly.
  3. Refrigerate the mini pies for at least 2 hours to set.
Whipping the Cream
  1. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  2. Top each mini key lime pie with whipped cream before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14g

Notes

These mini key lime pies are perfect for gatherings and offer a delightful tangy flavor with each bite. Share with friends and family for a memorable dessert experience.

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