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Creamy Frozen Key Lime Pie Bites

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These no-bake frozen key lime pie bites feature a buttery graham cracker crust and a creamy, tangy lime filling folded with whipped cream for a light, airy texture. Perfect for a quick, refreshing summer dessert that’s easy to make and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon key lime zest (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold, whipped to soft peaks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Press about 1 tablespoon of crust mixture firmly into each cup of a mini muffin tin or silicone mold.
  3. Bake crusts for 6-8 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely before filling. (Alternatively, chill crusts in freezer for 20 minutes if skipping baking.)
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes).
  5. Slowly add sweetened condensed milk while beating on low speed.
  6. Mix in key lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract until mixture thickens slightly and is citrusy.
  7. In a separate chilled bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks.
  8. Gently fold whipped cream into the lime-cream cheese mixture using a spatula, keeping the mixture light and airy.
  9. Spoon or pipe the filling over the cooled crusts in molds and smooth the tops.
  10. Cover molds with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight until firm but creamy inside.
  11. To serve, run a warm knife around edges and gently push bites out from the bottom. Serve immediately or keep frozen.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth filling. Whip cream to soft peaks for light texture. Press crust firmly to hold shape. Fresh key lime juice preferred for best flavor. Freeze at least 4 hours or overnight. Warm knife to unmold bites cleanly. For gluten-free crust, substitute almond flour; for dairy-free, use plant-based cream cheese and coconut cream.

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