This delightful dessert captures the zesty, tangy flavor of traditional Key lime pie, layered beautifully with creamy filling and crunchy graham cracker crumbs. Perfect for warm weather gatherings, these parfaits are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare.
We tend toward making simple, chilled desserts for summer parties, especially Memorial Day and 4th of July when there’s already a lot of food on the menu. No one turns down the chance to have a little key lime pie flavor in a small portion, like this.
Helpful Tips
- Use Fresh Key Limes: If possible, use fresh Key limes for the best flavor. They have a unique tartness that sets them apart from regular limes. If you can’t find them, bottled Key lime juice works well too.
- Make Ahead: These parfaits can be made a day in advance, making them a great option for entertaining. Just keep them covered in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.
- Serving Size: Adjust the serving size based on your preferences. You can use small cups for bite-sized treats or larger jars for more substantial servings.
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Key Lime Pie Parfaits
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup key lime juice concentrate is available in most grocery stores
- 2 egg yolks
- 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 graham crackers
- 1/3 cup butter melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 pint heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until incorporated. Pour into a small baking dish and bake for 18 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool. Once cooled, refrigerate for 4-6 hours. Then scoop it into a piping bag with no tip and put it back in the refrigerator.
- In a food processor, pulse the graham crackers to fine crumbs. Add the butter and ¼ cup sugar and pulse until well combined.
- Pour the cold heavy cream into a stand mixer bowl, fitted with a whisk attachment. Beat on medium until peaks begin to form. Add 2 tablespoons of sugar and continue beating until medium peaks form.
- To assemble, spoon a layer of graham cracker crust into the bottom of a mini parfait glass. Pipe on a layer of key lime filling, then a spoon of whipped cream. Repeat those layers.
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