The Ultimate Key Lime Pie Recipe

Name: The Ultimate Key Lime Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 stick melted butter; 1/3 cup sugar; 4 cup crushed graham crackers; 2 box softened cream cheese; 4 tbsp fresh lime juice; 2 tsp lime zest; 1 can frozen lime aid; 1 can condensed milk; 6 drops green food coloring; 3 envelope unflavored gelatin; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 1/3 cup sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 12 lime wedges

Servings: persons

1 stick melted butter
1/3 cup sugar
4 cup crushed graham crackers
2 box softened cream cheese
4 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tsp lime zest
1 can frozen lime aid
1 can condensed milk
6 drops green food coloring
3 envelope unflavored gelatin
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
12 lime wedges

1
preheat oven to 350 spray springform pan with cooking spray set aside
2
crush crackers add melted butter & sugar till combined add to springform pressing down.
3
bake 15 minutes let cool completely
4
make your unflavored gellatin packets with 1/3 cup warm water stir till no lumps set aside
5
add softened cream cheese to a bowl mix with hand mixer till creamy add in condensed milk, lime aid, lime juice & zest till combined and smooth.
6
heat your gelatin in microwave 5 seconds add to mix and give another whisk.add to cooled crust refridgerate at least 3-4 hours.
7
whipping: add ingredients together.
8
I piped with a piping bag but you can decorate as you like.ENJOY!

1289

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 stick melted butter, 1/3 cup sugar, 4 cup crushed graham crackers, 2 box softened cream cheese, and more.

Yes, The Ultimate Key Lime Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

The Ultimate Key Lime Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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