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No Bake Key Lime Pie

Published: Mar 10, 2023 by Amira · This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission.

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Perfect year round pie with bright flavor and creamy silky texture, this no bake key lime pie is an all time favorite treat.
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This No Bake Key Lime Pie is creamy, tart and delicious. It's also incredibly easy to make and requires no baking! It's the perfect warm weather treat for potlucks, barbecues, or any other summer activities.

A side view of a slice of key lime pie on a white plate.
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  • ❤️ Why You'll Love to Make It
  • 📝 Ingredients
  • 🥄 Instructions
  • 👍 Amira's Tips
  • 🧺 Storage
  • ⌛ Make Ahead
  • 🍽️ Serve With
  • 👩‍🍳 Variations
  • 💬 FAQs
  • 📣 Related Recipes
  • 🥣 Equipment
  • No bake key lime pie

❤️ Why You'll Love to Make It

  • This dessert is the perfect balance of creamy and tart, with a buttery graham cracker crust that ties it all together.
  • It's easy to make, requires no baking which is perfect when you don't want to turn on the oven.
  • Best of all, it's always a crowd pleaser, your friends and family will love it.

I love the combination of key lime flavor that mixed with the fluffy whipped cream, cream cheese. It makes for a smooth and tangy dessert that is so refreshing in the warm weather season.

📝 Ingredients

Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.

Recipe ingredients on a marble counter top.

🥄 Instructions

Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The detailed instructions are in the recipe card below.

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  1. Make the Chantilly cream, cover and refrigerate. Make the pie crust and refrigerate until you are done with the filling.
  2. In a bowl whip together cream cheese, condensed milk, lime juice and zest until well mixed and creamy with no lumps.
  3. In another bowl beat heavy cream until stiff peak forms. Fold into the previous mixture.
  4. Pour the creamy lime mixture into your pie crust and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Decorate before serving.

👍 Amira's Tips

  • If you want to save a little time, you can use a store-bought graham cracker crust instead of making your own.
  • I prefer to pipe the whipped cream on top of the pie, and then garnish with lime slices for a beautiful design on the top.
  • You could also top with swirls of lime zest for a beautiful pop of color.
  • This pie can be served frozen however, I think it's better chilled. It has such a creamy texture when chilled.
A close up look at a wedge of the pie with a piece cut off it.

🧺 Storage

Store the pie in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze it for up to 3 months. Let the frozen pie thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

⌛ Make Ahead

You can make this Key Lime Pie ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months. When freezing, make sure to wrap it tightly with plastic wrap. Thaw it in the fridge overnight if you want to serve it chilled.

🍽️ Serve With

I love to serve this refreshing dessert with a simple meal like this Grilled Chicken Tenders and a side of this Ditalini Pasta Salad recipe.

👩‍🍳 Variations

  • Use cinnamon graham crackers to make your pie crust, for a subtle hint of cinnamon.
  • You could also mix in some toasted coconut flakes or macadamia nuts for a crunchy twist into your crust for a crunch twist.
  • For the filling, you can add some shredded coconut for a tropical twist.
  • Slivered almonds are another great garnish for this creamy sweet treat.
Pie dish with a couple of pieces taken and the rest is cut into wedges.

💬 FAQs

Can I substitute regular lime juice for key lime juice in Key lime pie?

Yes, you can substitute regular lime juice for key lime juice in this recipe.

Can I use store-bought whipped cream instead of making my own?

Yes, you can use store-bought whipped cream instead of making your own. Just make sure it is thawed and not frozen when using it for this recipe.

📣 Related Recipes

  • These No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Cups are another easy and delicious no-bake dessert that you will want to make make for your next grill night.
  • No bake oreo dessert is so easy to make and looks so elegant! It's sure to be a favorite.
  • If you are fan of pie, then next time you may want to make this Apple Pie with Phyllo Dough. It's a show-stopping delicious dessert that is sure to impress.
  • These Mini Pecan Pies are perfect bite-sized treats for whenever you have a craving for something sweet.
  • Best fluffy marshmallow frosting recipe, easy to make with a handful of ingredients. This is the perfect frosting for cakes and cupcakes.

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No bake key lime pie

Perfect year round pie with bright flavor and creamy silky texture, this no bake key lime pie is an all time favorite treat.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Diet: Halal
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Chill time:: 4 hours
Servings: 12 Servings
Calories: 133kcal
Author: Amira

Ingredients

Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups graham crackers crumbs
  • 2 Tablespoons sugar
  • 7 Tablespoons butter melted

For the filling:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 8oz block cream cheese, softened
  • 1 14oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup key lime juice
  • Zest of 1 lime

Topping:

  • Chantilly cream

Optional:

  • More key lime zest or thinly slices key lime

Instructions

  • Make the Chantilly cream, cover and refrigerate.

Make the crust:

  • In a big bowl mix together graham crackers crumbs and sugar. Add melted butter and mix well with a fork until crumbs are all moistened.
  • Pour mixture into a 10 inch glass pie plate and press firmly using a measuring cup into the bottom and sides of the pie dish.
  • Refrigerate until you are done with the filling.

Make the filling:

  • În a medium bowl using an electric beaters, beat heavy cream until stiff peak forms. Set aside.
  • In another bowl whip together cream cheese, condensed milk, lime juice and zest until well mixed and creamy with no lumps.
  • Fold in whipped cream.
  • Take your pie crust out of the fridge.
  • Pour the creamy lime mixture in and refrigerate again for 4 hours or overnight.

Before serving:

  • Take both the pie and the Chantilly cream out.
  • Pipe the Chantilly cream in a decorative way on top of the pie.
  • Serve cold or frozen.

Notes

  • Time saving tips:
    • Use store bought graham cracker crust.
    • You can just spread the Chantilly cream over the pie and level with a spatula.
    • You can blend the cream cheese, condensed milk and lime juice and zest in your blender then pour into a bowl.
  • Sometimes I like serving frozen pie slices, specially during summer, after dinner. Just let them defrost on the counter for 20 minutes or so to soften a bit.
  • You might end up with more filling store in your fridge and use as a fruit dip, or make mini key lime pie. Place in popsicle mold and freeze these are great as popsicles too.
  • Storage: Store tightly covered in your fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Variations:
    • Use lime or lemon instead of key lime.
    • Change up the crust flavor and use Nilla wafers or gingersnap cookies.
  • Please check the nutrition disclaimer policy.

Nutrition

Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 64mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 317IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg
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