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Key Lime Pie

Key Lime Pie

  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 4 hours (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan, Gluten Free

Description

This delightful Key Lime Pie combines fresh, tangy key lime juice with smooth, creamy plant-based cream to create a refreshing and perfectly balanced summer dessert. Featuring a crisp, buttery crust made with digestive biscuits or graham crackers, this pie is easy to make, vegan, customizable, and visually stunning with its pale green filling and golden crust. Ideal for hot weather, it offers a light, cool finish to any meal or a delightful afternoon snack.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Crust

  • 200g digestive biscuits or graham crackers, crushed
  • 75g plant-based butter, melted

For the Filling

  • 120ml fresh key lime juice
  • 300ml plant-based cream (room temperature)
  • 100g sweetener (such as sugar, agave nectar, maple syrup, or coconut sugar) (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent (e.g., pectin, agar, carrageenan)
  • 1 drop vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)

Optional Garnishes and Variations

  • Finely grated lime zest
  • Sliced fresh fruits (strawberries, kiwi)
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • Ground almonds or pecans (for nut crust option)
  • Light sprinkle of crushed nuts
  • Drizzle of grape juice reduction (natural)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Crush the digestive biscuits or graham crackers into fine crumbs. Mix the crumbs with melted plant-based butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the base of a pie dish to form an even crust. Chill in the refrigerator to set while preparing the filling.
  2. Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, blend together fresh key lime juice, plant-based cream at room temperature, and your choice of sweetener (natural) until smooth. Add the natural gelling agent according to package instructions and stir thoroughly to incorporate evenly. Add a drop of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) to enhance subtle flavors.
  3. Combine and Chill: Pour the lime filling onto the chilled crust, spreading gently to create an even layer. Refrigerate the pie for several hours or overnight to allow the filling to set properly and develop its tangy creaminess.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Once set, garnish with thin lime slices, lime zest, fresh fruit, or mint leaves as desired. Serve chilled for a cool, refreshing dessert that cleanses the palate beautifully.

Notes

  • Use fresh lime juice for the brightest and most authentic flavor.
  • Do not skip chilling time to ensure the filling firms up properly.
  • Press crust firmly to prevent crumbling when slicing and to ensure a crunchy texture.
  • Adjust sweetness gradually to achieve your desired balance with the tart lime.
  • Use plant-based cream at room temperature for easier blending and smoother filling.
  • For gluten-free crust, replace digestive biscuits with gluten-free crackers or crushed nuts.
  • Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry to slice pie cleanly without cracking.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Key Lime Pie, vegan dessert, plant-based, gluten free, summer dessert, no bake pie, lime pie

Find it online: https://easyrecipeplanet.com/key-lime-pie/