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Key Lime Pie

Key Lime Pie

  • Author: Anthony
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan, Dairy-Free

Description

This easy Key Lime Pie recipe is a bright, tangy, and creamy dessert perfect for warm weather. Made with fresh lime juice, plant-based cream, and a crunchy graham cracker crust blended with vegan butter, it offers a balanced zesty and smooth sweetness. Ideal for gatherings or solo indulgence, the pie is chilled to set with a natural gelling agent, creating a luscious and refreshing treat that brings sunshine to every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons vegan butter, melted

Filling

  • 1 cup fresh Key lime juice
  • 1 cup plant-based cream
  • 3/4 cup sweetened condensed plant-based milk
  • 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Crush the graham crackers finely and combine with melted vegan butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into a pie dish, creating an even layer along the bottom and sides. Refrigerate while preparing the filling to let it firm up.
  2. Mix the Filling: In a bowl, whisk together fresh Key lime juice, plant-based cream, sweetened condensed plant-based milk, and natural vanilla extract. Sprinkle in the natural gelling agent and whisk again to combine thoroughly.
  3. Cook or Chill the Filling: Depending on the natural gelling agent used, gently heat the mixture on low while stirring to activate the thickening, then pour it into the prepared crust, or pour the mixture directly if the gelling agent sets well when chilled. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours until the filling is completely firm and set.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Once chilled, add optional garnishes like lime zest, whipped plant-based cream, or fresh mint leaves to enhance presentation and flavor before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use freshly squeezed Key lime juice for the most vibrant flavor.
  • Ensure the crust is pressed firmly for a sturdy base.
  • Allow sufficient chilling time for the filling to set properly.
  • Adjust sweetness by tasting filling before setting and adding more natural sweetener if desired.
  • Follow natural gelling agent package instructions carefully to avoid lumps and achieve smooth firmness.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes (if heating filling)
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Key Lime Pie, plant-based dessert, dairy-free pie, vegan pie, summer dessert, lime pie, creamy citrus pie

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