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Mini Key Lime Pies: The Perfect Bite-Sized Dessert Recipe

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These Mini Key Lime Pies feature a buttery graham cracker crust filled with a zesty key lime filling and topped with light whipped cream. Perfect for gatherings or a refreshing dessert at home, they offer a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors in a bite-sized treat. Enjoy them chilled for the best experience!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice (about 4–6 key limes)
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest (from about 1 key lime)
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • Extra lime slices and zest for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
  3. Pour in melted butter and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  4. Lightly grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
  5. Scoop the graham cracker mixture into each muffin cup, pressing it firmly into the bottom and up the sides.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool completely in the muffin tin.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, fresh key lime juice, lime zest, and egg yolks. Whisk until smooth.
  8. Spoon the key lime filling into each cooled crust, filling them almost to the top.
  9. Gently tap the muffin tin on the counter to remove air bubbles.
  10. Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  11. Let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  12. In a medium mixing bowl, add heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar. Beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form (3-5 minutes).
  13. Pipe or dollop the whipped cream on top of each mini key lime pie.
  14. Garnish with lime slices and zest if desired.
  15. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh key limes for the juice and zest.
  • Be careful not to overbeat the whipped cream to avoid turning it into butter.
  • These mini pies can be made a day in advance for convenience.

Find it online: https://mmmflavors.com/mini-key-lime-pies/