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Mini Key Lime Pies

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35min

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12 servings

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Mini Key Lime Pies are a delightful, bite-sized version of the classic Florida dessert. These individual treats feature a buttery graham cracker crust filled with a creamy, tangy key lime filling. The perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors makes these mini pies a refreshing and irresistible dessert. Topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of lime zest, they're not only delicious but also visually appealing. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a special after-dinner treat, these Mini Key Lime Pies offer all the flavor of the traditional dessert in a convenient, portable size. They're sure to be a hit with both kids and adults, bringing a taste of the tropics to any occasion.

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20 g
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Ingredients

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Steps

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1
Preheat oven

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.

2
Prepare crust

In a food processor, pulse graham crackers until finely ground. Add melted butter and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Pulse until combined.

3
Form crusts

Divide the graham cracker mixture among the muffin cups. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides.

4
Bake crusts

Bake the crusts for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.

5
Prepare filling

In a bowl, whisk together condensed milk, key lime juice, egg yolks, and lime zest until smooth.

6
Fill crusts

Pour the filling evenly into the cooled crusts.

7
Bake pies

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

8
Cool pies

Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature.

9
Chill pies

Once cooled, refrigerate the pies for at least 2 hours or until completely chilled.

10
Prepare whipped cream

In a cold bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.

11
Garnish pies

Before serving, top each mini pie with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of lime zest.

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Serve

Carefully remove the mini pies from the muffin tin and serve chilled.

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