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Key Lime Pie Bars

Key Lime Pie Bars: Easy No‑Bake Lime Dessert Recipe for Summer


  • Author: Freya Allen
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Key Lime Pie Bars deliver a bright, tangy lime filling atop a buttery graham cracker crust, finished with a dollop of whipped cream. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a quick dessert, this easy recipe requires only pantry staples and takes under 30 minutes from start to finish. Each bar offers a creamy, citrus‑rich bite that balances sweetness and zest, making it a favorite among lime lovers and home bakers alike. Serve chilled for extra zing and keep leftovers in airtight contai


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • Whipped cream for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8‑inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into the dish to form a crust.
  3. Whisk eggs, sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
  4. Pour filling over crust and bake 20‑25 minutes until set.
  5. Cool completely, refrigerate at least 2 hours, then cut into 16 bars and top with whipped cream and lime zest.

Notes

  • For a tropical twist
  • add toasted coconut to the crust. Bars keep in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze for two months. Reheat gently in a 300°F oven for a warm serving
  • or enjoy chilled.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg

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