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Tropical Mini Key Lime Pies

Deliciously refreshing mini key lime pies with a tropical twist, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
Filling
  • 1/2 cup key lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest for garnish
Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream for serving
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
  2. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of mini pie dishes. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool.
Make the Filling
  1. In a clean mixing bowl, whisk together key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolk until smooth.
  2. Pour the filling into the cooled crusts and bake for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature.
Serve
  1. Top each mini pie with whipped cream and garnish with lime zest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a more tropical flavor, consider adding a splash of coconut cream to the filling.

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