Description
These Key Lime Pie Jars are a zesty, no-bake dessert perfect for summer or any occasion! Layers of buttery graham cracker crumbs, tangy key lime filling, and fluffy whipped cream make this treat irresistible and portable.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12 full crackers, crushed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Key Lime Filling:
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest (from key limes or regular limes)
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped (or 2 cups whipped topping)
Topping:
- 1 cup whipped cream (or whipped topping)
- Extra lime zest (for garnish)
- Graham cracker crumbs or lime slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Divide evenly among 6-8 (8 oz) mason jars or dessert cups, pressing lightly into the bottom of each (about 2-3 tablespoons per jar).
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest until smooth and thickened. Fold in the whipped heavy cream (or whipped topping) until fully incorporated.
- Assemble the Jars: Spoon the key lime filling over the crust in each jar, filling about 2/3 of the way (about 1/3 cup per jar, depending on size).
- Add Topping: Top each jar with a dollop of whipped cream, spreading it evenly.
- Garnish and Chill: Sprinkle with extra lime zest and a pinch of graham cracker crumbs or add a small lime slice for decoration. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled straight from the jars with a spoon!
Notes
- Use fresh key limes for authentic flavor, but bottled key lime juice works in a pinch.
- For a lighter version, substitute half the sweetened condensed milk with Greek yogurt.
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days; the crust may soften slightly over time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (8 oz)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg