Description
These adorable Mini Key Lime Pie Jars are the perfect individual-sized dessert, featuring a tangy key lime filling layered over a buttery graham cracker crust. They’re easy to make, portable, and guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- For the filling:
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- 2 teaspoons key lime zest
- 2 large egg yolks
- For the topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional lime slices or zest for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place 8 (4 oz) mason jars on a baking sheet.
- 2. Make the crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press about 2 tablespoons into the bottom of each jar, packing firmly.
- 3. Bake crusts for 5 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- 4. Make the filling: Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, zest, and egg yolks until smooth. Divide evenly among jars (about 3 tablespoons each).
- 5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until filling is set. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- 6. Before serving, make the topping: Whip cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to stiff peaks. Pipe or spoon onto pies and garnish with lime.
Notes
For a stronger lime flavor, add an extra teaspoon of zest. Jars can be made 1 day ahead (store covered in fridge). Use regular limes if key limes are unavailable.