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Home » 15 Key Lime Dessert Recipes

15 Key Lime Dessert Recipes

September 7, 2022 by Marie Perry Leave a Comment

One of Florida’s most famous flavors, Key Lime Pie has morphed into an array of key lime flavored desserts.

Be sure to check out even more famous Florida flavors here!

key limes in a brown bowl.

Key Limes

First let’s start by talking about key limes and how they differ from regular limes. These citrus fruits grow in tropical and sub-tropical regions where the weather doesn’t freeze. This is true of most citrus, but key limes have gained some name recognition over the years, thanks to that famous pie.

These limes are somewhat smaller than standard limes and while they are often green when picked, they take on a yellowish tone when ripe. They are much more sour than common limes, too.

Key Limes first made their way to Florida by Spanish and Portuguese explorers, but — surprise! — they are no longer grown commercially in the state. Still, the Florida Keys namesake lime continues to be a favored ingredient in desserts.

The Famous Pie

The custard-like key lime pie filling is made with a short list of ingredients including sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and key lime juice. Most recipes call for pouring the filling into a graham cracker crust. Honestly, it’s a pretty simple recipe made from some basic pantry ingredients.

collage of key lime desserts.

Beyond Pie

This is where home bakers can really explore the flavors of those delicious little limes. Key lime pies might be the most recognizable way to use this delicious citrus, but there are so many key lime recipes to try!

Using fresh lime juice is always going to provide the best flavor, but if you have an abundance, freeze the juice for use throughout the year.

Key Lime Desserts

Photo Credit: www.theanthonykitchen.com

Key Lime Cake

Add a little zest to any event with this bright and beautiful Key Lime Cake! The interior bakes up perfectly moist and tender, and the outside comes decadently frosted with a sweet and tangy Vanilla-Lime Buttercream!

Photo Credit: lowcarbyum.com

Key Lime Mousse Recipe

This easy key lime mousse recipe is a quick dessert to prepare. The prep should take less than ten minutes but it needs some time to set in the refrigerator.

Photo Credit: livingsweetmoments.com

Raw Key Lime Tart

This gluten free paleo friendly tart is made with avocado. Delicious, easy to make and healthy dessert to serve on any occasion. No refined sugar added.

Photo Credit: www.bostongirlbakes.com

Key Lime Cheesecake Recipe

This key lime cheesecake recipe has a tangy, sweet, and creamy- with a perfect graham cracker bottom. Top with a bit of sweetened whipped cream for the perfect special occasion cheesecake.

Photo Credit: www.sonshinekitchen.com

Key Lime Frosted Cookies

Bring the flavors of Key West home by making these easy and delicious Key Lime Cookies. Add lime zest to the cookies and frosting for an extra tart flavor.

Photo Credit: lowcarbyum.com

Key Lime Pie with Cream Cheese Crust

You only need a total of 22 minutes to whip up this scrumptious key lime treat. This Key Lime Pie is made creamier with cream cheese. It’s low carb, gluten free, sugar free, and keto yet it’s kid-friendly too.

Photo Credit: www.spendwithpennies.com

Key Lime Pie Ice Cream

This no-churn, no ice cream maker required Key Lime Pie Ice Cream is the perfect combination of sweet and tart — all the taste of tart key lime pie complete with a swirl of graham cracker crust. The hardest part is waiting for it to freeze!

Photo Credit: fakeginger.com

Key Lime Bars

Creamy cheesecake bars filled with key lime juice and fresh lime zest on a graham cracker crust. Top them with whipped cream and a lime slice for the perfect summer dessert.

Photo Credit: cakedbykatie.com

Key Lime Pie Cookies

Key lime pie cookies bursting with fresh key lime citrus flavor. Thick, chewy, and easy to make, these key lime pie inspired cookies will be a new summer favorite.

Photo Credit: cincyshopper.com

Key Lime Cupcakes

These tart, tangy, and sweet Key Lime Cupcakes with Key Lime Buttercream Icing are so simple to make. Perfect summer dessert idea.

Photo Credit: www.goodlifeeats.com

Key Lime Pie Ice Cream Sandwiches

These 4 Ingredient Key Lime Pie Ice Cream Sandwiches are perfect for summer and so easy even kids can make them!

Photo Credit: stephaniessweets.com

Mini Key Lime Cheesecakes | Stephanie's Sweet Treats

Mini key lime cheesecakes have a graham cracker crust, and a very zesty cheesecake. They are topped with whipped cream and a little lime for garnish.

Photo Credit: healthstartsinthekitchen.com

No-Bake Key Lime Pie in a Jar

No-Bake Key Lime Pie in a Jar is like an explosion of spring in your mouth! All the Key Lime Flavor you crave but none of the hassle.

Photo Credit: www.barleyandsage.com

Key Lime Pie Macarons Recipe ~ Barley & Sage

These key lime pie macarons are filled with a tangy key lime cream cheese frosting and sprinkled with crushed graham crackers!

Photo Credit: apaigeofpositivity.com

Key Lime Pie Milkshake

This Key Lime Pie Milkshake is a lighter take on the classic dessert and one you can enjoy on the go! It's refreshingly cold and creamy, sweet, and macro-friendly.

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