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Zesty Key Lime Pie Mini Desserts

Zesty Key Lime Pie Mini Desserts for Refreshing Treats

Zesty Key Lime Pie Mini Desserts bring a refreshing burst of flavor, with gluten-free and dairy-free options for everyone.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 desserts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Use crushed gluten-free cookies for a gluten-free version
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Binds the crust ingredients together
  • 1 tablespoon White Sugar Sweetens the crust
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Reduced-fat Cream Cheese Can use full-fat for indulgence
  • 1 cup Low-fat Vanilla Greek Yogurt Adds light tanginess
  • 1/2 can Fat-free Sweetened Condensed Milk Use dairy-free options for lactose intolerance
  • 1/2 cup Key Lime Juice Fresh key limes yield the best results
  • a few drops Green Food Coloring Optional, enhances visual appeal

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • piping bag
  • Mini dessert glasses

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and white sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of mini dessert glasses.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and low-fat vanilla Greek yogurt using a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the fat-free sweetened condensed milk and key lime juice until well combined. Gently fold this mixture into the cream cheese blend.
  4. Divide the filling mixture into two bowls. In one bowl, add a few drops of green food coloring and mix. Keep the second bowl plain.
  5. Layer the fillings into the prepared dessert glasses, starting with the plain filling and then adding the colored filling. Repeat until the glasses are filled.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours for the filling to set.
  7. Once chilled, add garnishes such as whipped cream, lime zest, and crushed graham crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dessertCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh key lime juice and ensure cream cheese is softened for smooth filling.

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