Key Lime Pie Light Recipe

Craving a refreshing and guilt-free dessert? This lightened-up Key Lime Pie recipe from R. Reisman is incredibly easy to make and delivers all the tangy, zesty flavor you love, without the heaviness! Perfect for a summer gathering or a light and bright weeknight treat.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 126.9 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Key Lime Pie Light

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How to Make Key Lime Pie Light

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie plate with vegetable spray or baking spray.
  2. **Make the crust:** In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons water, and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
  3. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie plate. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  4. **Make the filling:** In a food processor, combine the sweetened condensed milk, drained ricotta cheese, softened cream cheese, ⅓ cup key lime juice, zest of 2 key limes, and ¼ cup granulated sugar.
  5. Process until completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  6. Pour the filling into the baked crust.
  7. Place the pie in the center of the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is just set around the edges. The center may still be slightly jiggly.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack. This will help prevent cracking.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the pie to set completely.
  10. Garnish as desired (optional) before serving and enjoy your light and zesty Key Lime Pie!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

12g

Carbs

5g