Description
Key lime pie bars offer a refreshing twist on the traditional dessert, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust paired with a creamy, tangy lime filling. These bars are not only simple to prepare but also perfect for any occasion—from summer barbecues to family gatherings. The delightful balance of tartness and sweetness makes them an irresistible treat that everyone will enjoy. With the option to add toppings like whipped cream or fresh fruit, you can easily elevate this dessert to impress your guests. Easy to make ahead and store, these key lime pie bars are bound to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
- 15 sheets graham crackers (or 30 squares)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 6 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 egg yolks
- ½ cup key lime juice (or regular lime juice)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs. Mix with sugar and melted butter, then press into the lined pan.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until golden.
- In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add sweetened condensed milk.
- Mix in egg yolks one at a time, followed by lime juice, zest, and vanilla until well combined.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust and bake for an additional 15-18 minutes until set. Cool before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg