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Judy John

Easy No Bake Key Lime Pie Recipe

Easy no bake key lime pie delivers bright citrus flavor with a creamy filling and crisp crumb crust, all without turning on the oven.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 286
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs fine crumbs
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • 2 tbsp sugar
Filling
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk 1 can
  • 0.5 cup key lime juice fresh or bottled
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 1 cup heavy cream whipped to soft peaks
Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream for garnish
  • 1 tbsp lime zest extra garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Freezer
  • Scoop
  • Tray
  • Pie Dish
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Mix crumbs, butter, and sugar until evenly moistened. Press firmly into pie dish.
  2. Freeze crust 10 minutes so it sets and stays crisp.
  3. Whisk condensed milk, lime juice, and zest until thick and glossy.
  4. Fold whipped cream into lime mixture gently for light texture.
  5. Pour filling into chilled crust and smooth the surface.
  6. Refrigerate until firm and sliceable.
  7. Freeze 10 minutes before serving for sharper slices if desired.
  8. Top with whipped cream and extra zest. Serve cold.

Notes

For softer texture, chill only until set. For firmer slices, freeze briefly before cutting. Keep crust packed tightly for clean assembly. Add coconut or berries for flavor changes. Store covered in refrigerator up to 3 days.