5 Minute Creamy Key Lime Pie Recipe (2024)

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This 5 Minute Creamy Key Lime Pie will seriously only take you 5 minutes from start to finish. It's quick, simple, delicious, and requires no baking, which makes it the perfect dessert for spring and summer.

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I found this 5 Minute Creamy Key Lime Pie Recipe on the back of a pre-made graham cracker crust package. Who would have thought that there could be such great recipes there?

This creamy pie seriously only takes 5 minutes to throw together (time yourself, I dare you.) and tastes amazing.

My husband was so thrilled to find it in the fridge after dinner and he couldn’t believe that I had spent so much time preparing dinner and still made this for dessert.

(Shh . . . don’t tell him I’m not super wife. It will be our little secret.)

How to make your own whipped cream:

This recipe tastes absolutely amazing with store bought whipped cream, however, it is ten times better when you make your own. It’s also incredibly easy to make your own. It only requires 2 simple ingredients, you may already have on hand.

Here is how you make it:

  • In a chilled metal bowl (it doesn’t necessarily have to be metal, but I feel like it keeps it a little cooler) combine 2 cups of heavy whipping cream and two tablespoons of sugar.
  • Using an electric mixer, (I used a hand mixer) combine the ingredients until fully incorporated, and the whipped topping forms peaks.
  • Store in fridge until ready to serve, or use in recipe.

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How long will this 5 Minute Creamy Key Lime Pie Recipe last in the fridge?

This pie will last nicely in the fridge for about 4-5 days. After that, it will begin to get a little soggy. We also recommend covering it with a lid, or aluminum foil to better preserve it.

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Serves: 8

5 Minute Creamy Key Lime Pie Recipe

5 from 1 vote

This 5 Minute Creamy Key Lime Pie Recipe takes 5 minutes from start to finish. It's quick, simple, delicious, and requires no baking, which makes it the perfect dessert for spring and summer.

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Refrigeration Time 4 hours hrs

Total Time 4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup water
  • 0.3 ounce sugar free lime jello 1 package
  • 12 ounces key lime pie yogurt
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip thawed
  • 1 pre-made graham cracker crust

Instructions

  • In a microwave-safe measuring cup, heat water for 45-90 seconds or until boiling. Whisk in Jell-o until dissolved.

  • In a large bowl, whisk together Jell-o mixture and yogurt. Fold in whipped topping. Carefully spread in crust. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or until set.

  • Garnish as desired. Store in refrigerator.

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Notes

I have never made this recipe using any other kind of Jell-o except for sugar free. I am not sure if it would work with regular Jell-o because the size of the packages are so much different.

Nutrition

Calories: 194 kcal · Carbohydrates: 30 g · Protein: 4 g · Fat: 7 g · Saturated Fat: 2 g · Cholesterol: 8 mg · Sodium: 153 mg · Potassium: 130 mg · Fiber: 1 g · Sugar: 16 g · Vitamin A: 63 IU · Calcium: 83 mg · Iron: 1 mg

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl

Recipe Details

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

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  1. Carey says:

    This looks delicious!

    I've never made a pie like this before, so question: do you have to use a non-dairy whipped topping or would real whipped topping work as well?

  2. Camille says:

    Hi Carey! I have only made this using non-dairy whipped topping. I am not sure that real whipped topping would produce the same texture, but I think that it might work! Let us know if you try it!

  3. Melanie Schofield says:

    I've only made this with the sugar free strawberry jello and yogurt. It's very tasty! I'll be trying the key lime version soon! Thanks for sharing such great recipes!

  4. Kate says:

    thanks for the reminder! I used to make this all of the time when on weight watchers...my doc is on my case, so this is a great reminder of how to make this treat...you don't have any ideas on calories do you? I can guess. ~ Kate

  5. Gabriela says:

    In the Ingredients section of your post, when you say "1/4 water", what is the measurement? I'm not sure how to measure a fourth of water. Is it a fourth of the package of Jell-O? or a fourth of a pint of water, a fourth of a quart? a fourth of what? Sorry to be so lame but my husband does all the cooking around here and he wanted me to ask you for clarification please. Thank you so much!

  6. Anna says:

    We make this alot! Fun to experiment with different flavors of yogurt and jello.

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  8. Kellie says:

    Not sure if I'm correct - but I used 1/4 cup water & the whole package of jell-o. Tasted good! :-)

  9. Marcie says:

    This looks so good. May I share this on my site along with your link?
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  10. CJG says:

    Hi ladies! Would anyone happen to have some nutrition facts for this? WW points or calories, I'll take either :)

  11. Camille says:

    Hi CJG! We don't have the nutrition facts or WW points right now, but we are actually launching another site in the next 60 days that has all our recipes along with nutrition facts and WW points! Stay tuned!!! :)

  12. Donna says:

    I've made this recipe a lot using all different flavors. Its fun to match up yogurt and jello flavors lol. Also someone wondered about using regular jello instead of sugar free...When using regular jello I increase the water to just barely a 1/2 cup of water to dissolve the jello . Right now I have a raspberry yogurt, cranberry jello flavor combo chilling in the fridge.

  13. Renee says:

    I have also made this recipe with regular jello (not sugar free) and it turned out fine with just a wee bit more water. I found if I added too much water I had too much pie filling..lol

  14. alice says:

    I got this recipe on the back of the label on a graham cracker pie crust about 3-4 yrs ago. I have made it using all kind of flavors. It is yummy. I have always used sugar free gelatin, but I do think it will work with the regular.

  15. J. says:

    Oh my goodness. I went to make this and added cold water. Not hot :/ Should I just throw it in the trash now? Whoops.

  16. Cyd says:

    We have only followed this recipe as directed and I'm just answering comments now. How did it turn out?

  17. Colleen says:

    I have tried the orange jello and also strawberry...both delicious!

  18. Charlene says:

    I have been making this pie for many years. I DO NOT use Jello. All I use is 2 - 6oz containers of yogurt and 8oz of cool whip. FOLD the two together, put in the prepared pie crust. DONE! The nice thing about this pie you can make any flavor you like as long as they make yogurt in that flavor. We love Strawberry!

  19. Becky says:

    I bet you could use Knox gelatin as a stabilizer in whipping cream and substitute it for the cool whip. Google stabilizing cream as i'm not sure on the radio.

  20. Brit says:

    I have made this with regular jello, no water, just mix the dry powder really well into the other ingredients. It just needs to set a few hours in the fridge to letter flavors meld :) I usually use Greek yogurt as well. Love this pie Thanks for a less sugar version! I was wondering how to pull it off

  21. Brit says:

    Charlene that sounds great! Thanks 😊

  22. Katie says:

    I could only find the bigger box of the sugar free Jello, anyone know how much you use?

  23. Kathy Salazar says:

    I couldn't find sugar free & used regular lime Jello & it worked fine and was well received I should add...

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  24. Stacy gallamore says:

    The last 2 times I made this it didn’t set up ? Stayed runny? What am I doing wrong

  25. Momma Cyd says:

    We have found that Cool Whip brand is thicker than store brand, and don't get low fat or sugar free whipped topping. Sugar free jello works best. If you have done those things, you could reduce the water a bit to thicken up. You could also place in freezer right before serving to thicken up. You could also use a lime flavored Greek Yogurt. It's a thicker yogurt than regular yogurt. Hopefully these options will help.

  26. Mary Korving says:

    Made this dessert for a family dinner. I used strawberry jello and yogurt and served it with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. It was a real hit!

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FAQs

What is key lime pie filling made of? ›

Key lime pie ingredients are simple: sweetened condensed milk, lots of lime zest and juice (preferably from key limes), and just enough egg to give it a good set. Pour the filling into a pre-baked graham cracker crust, bake briefly until the pie is set, and let it chill. Top the pie with whipped cream and serve.

What makes key lime pie thicken? ›

The only other ingredients you need are sweetened condensed milk and a pie shell to pour the mixture into. Here's the science: The acid in the key lime juice reacts with the proteins in the milk to thicken the mixture. That's why you don't need to bake it.

Why is my key lime pie runny? ›

The biggest culprit of a runny key lime pie is not letting it chill for long enough. Since this is one of those summer pie recipes that's not baked, chilling the pie helps it set and prevents it from being runny. Be sure to chill it for at least 12 hours!

Can I use regular lime juice instead of key lime juice for a key lime pie? ›

Unless you live in the Florida Keys, key limes are near impossible to find. Furthermore, they're so tiny that you'd need to juice at least twenty of them for this recipe. No thank you! Ordinary limes make an exceptional Key lime pie, and they are a much better alternative to bracingly tart bottled Key lime juice.

What is the difference between a key lime pie and a Florida Key lime pie? ›

The main difference is that it requires more aromatic Key lime juice to make the famous pie sing. It is worth the elbow grease to get that authentic floral Key lime flavor—unless you can't find Key limes. Then swap them out for whatever you see at the grocery store and dig in.

Why isn t my Key lime pie green? ›

People expected their authentic Key lime pies to be green, matching the bright green lime color of the Persian limes they saw in their grocery stores. Key lime pie filling, however, takes its yellow color from the egg yolks used in its production.

Why is my Key lime pie yellow? ›

“Key lime juice has no color.” The genuine pie gets its yellow color, she added, from the egg yolks that are used in it. Key lime pie has long had a place in Key West lore.

Why is my Key lime pie crust soggy? ›

It's an easy pitfall because fruit releases a lot of liquid when it bakes. Thickeners you mix into the filling, like cornstarch, soak up a lot of the liquid, but sometimes not all of it. Plus, as it bakes, the crust itself releases moisture in the form of steam. Often, blind-baking solves this problem.

Is it okay to leave Key lime pie out overnight? ›

We recommend to leave your pie out at room temperature for no longer than 4 hours.

What is the best bottled key lime juice? ›

However, some well-regarded brands known for producing quality key lime juice include Nellie & Joe's, Lakewood Organic, and Santa Cruz Organic. It's important to consider factors like taste, whether it's from concentrate or fresh, and any additives.

How many key limes for 1 cup juice? ›

This can vary depending on the ripeness, size, and juiciness of your fruit, but as a general rule, you will need approximately 18-20 key limes for 1 cup of juice.

What is the best thickener for pie filling? ›

Very often flour or cornstarch is used, but in certain instances tapioca, arrowroot and potato starch can also help achieve the desired consistency. Tapioca starch is preferable for products that will be frozen because it will not break down when thawed. We like tapioca in blueberry, cherry or peach pies.

Can I use regular limes in place of Key limes? ›

There is a slight flavor difference between Persian limes and Key limes. But when baked into a dessert like Key lime blondies, it's hard to tell the difference. So if you can't find Key limes, go ahead and use Persian limes. You'll still wind up with a delicious summer pie.

How long is homemade key lime pie good for? ›

Homemade Key Lime Pie: If you've prepared a homemade key lime pie, it will typically last around 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator. The freshness and quality of the ingredients, as well as the hygiene of the preparation process, play a significant role in determining its shelf life.

Why is Publix key lime pie so good? ›

Rather, the key to perfecting the Publix key lime pie is a simple ingredient added to the graham cracker crust. It's not the graham crackers themselves that make the crust special, but rather the unique addition of crushed toasted almonds.

What is Florida lime pie made of? ›

key lime pie, an American dessert that consists of a graham-cracker or pastry crust, a yellow custard (primarily egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, and key lime juice), and a topping of either whipped cream or meringue. The sweet and tart pie reportedly originated in Key West, Florida, in the late 19th century.

Why is key lime pie so good? ›

The most pivotal part of the pie is the filling. The “sweet spot” between the tart key lime, and the creamy condensed milk is crucial for the pie's quality. Here at Teak we understand that balancing these two ingredients is an art and take this concoction seriously. Our guests love our Killer Key Lime Pie.

Why does key lime pie taste like? ›

What does key lime pie taste like? Citrusy, sweet, and tart are the three words that come to mind when I think of key lime pie. Traditional key lime pie filling contains key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks giving it a sweet and slightly bitter flavor.

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