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No-Bake Mini Key Lime Pies

These No-Bake Mini Key Lime Pies are creamy, refreshing, and packed with bright lime flavor on a buttery graham cracker crust. Made with sweetened condensed milk, cream cheese, fresh lime juice, and whipped cream, these individual desserts require no oven and are perfect for summer parties, family dinners, and make-ahead treats. A simple and delicious choice for anyone who loves key lime pie, lime desserts, and key lime desserts.

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 mini pies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Graham Cracker Crust
  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the Key Lime Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 can 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup fresh key lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • For Topping
  • Whipped cream
  • Fresh lime zest
  • Graham cracker crumbs
  • Small lime wedges optional

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, salt, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Divide the crust mixture between 8 small dessert cups, jars, or mini serving dishes.
  3. Press the crumbs firmly into the bottom of each container. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until completely smooth.
  5. Add the sweetened condensed milk and mix until well combined.
  6. Add fresh lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  7. In a separate bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  8. Gently fold the whipped cream into the lime mixture until evenly combined.
  9. Spoon or pipe the filling over the chilled graham cracker crusts.
  10. Smooth the tops or create decorative swirls with a piping bag.
  11. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  12. Before serving, garnish with whipped cream, fresh lime zest, graham cracker crumbs, and optional lime wedges.

Notes

  • Fresh lime juice provides the best flavor.
  • Regular Persian limes can be used if key limes aren't available.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing.
  • Don't skip the chilling time because the filling needs several hours to firm up.
  • Add whipped cream toppings shortly before serving for the best presentation.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • These mini pies can be frozen without the whipped cream topping. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.