Description
Key lime pie bars are a refreshing, no-bake dessert that combines the tangy flavor of key limes with a sweet, buttery crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
- Press the mixture into a lined 8×8-inch baking pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and zest until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Spread whipped cream over the chilled bars before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed key lime juice for the best flavor.
- Chill the bars longer for a firmer texture.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg