Key lime pie dessert cups are a delicious summer treat. Graham cracker crust, sweet and tangy key lime filling, and a touch of whipped cream. These dessert cups are perfect for picnics, parties, and bake sales!
Equipment
28 2-ounce plastic cups with lids
Electric hand mixer
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust
2cupsgraham cracker crumbs
¼cupunsalted buttermelted
Key Lime Filling
8ouncescream cheeseroom temperature
14ozsweetened condensed milk
1tspkey lime zestor lime zest
½cupkey lime juiceor lime juice, freshly squeezed
1cupheavy cream
Whipped Cream
½cupheavy cream
1tbsppowdered sugar
¼tspvanilla extract
lime slicesfor garnish
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix to combine.
Portion the crumbs into 28 2-ounce plastic cups using a small cookie scoop or spoon. Use one of the plastic cups to press the crumbs into the bottom of the cup.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Add key lime juice and lime zest and continue to mix until well combined.
Pour in heavy whipping cream and whip on medium-high speed until light and fluffy.
Fill a piping bag with the key lime mixture. Pipe into the cups until about 3/4 full.
To make the whipped cream, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
Pipe or spoon on the whipped cream on top of the key lime filling. Add a small slice of lime and sprinkle with any leftover graham cracker crumbs.
Seal the cups with a lid and chill. The cups can be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
Notes
Key lime pie dessert cups can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for 2 to 3 days. Serve cold. The cups can be left at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Metric conversions are calculated automatically. I cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information.