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Key Lime Pie #SpringSweetsWeek

Mar 21, 2022 · 28 Comments

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This homemade Key Lime Pie is such a perfect dessert for the spring and summer. With a gluten-free oat graham crust filled with a tart and sweet filling, this pie will surely please everyone.

This post is sponsored in conjunction with #SpringSweetsWeek. I received product samples from sponsor companies to help in the creation of the #SpringSweetsWeek recipes. As always, all opinions are mine alone.

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Key Lime Pie is an American classic dessert and I always wonder why I don’t make it more often! It’s just so good. The perfect combination of tart and sweet. It is the perfect recipe to begin #SpringSweetsWeek on the blog.

I’m making these delicious recipes this week!

Key Lime Pie (that’s this recipe!)
Strawberry White Chocolate Bark (Tuesday)
Soft Batch Sprinkle Cookies (Wednesday)
Easy Mini Mango Tarts (Thursday)
Cinnamon Butterscotch Pear Chips (Friday)

spring sweets week collage of desserts

Welcome to #SpringSweetsWeek 2022 hosted by Heather from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks!   Flowers are starting to bloom, the weather is getting warmer, and we’re celebrating with delicious spring sweets and a fun giveaway!   This year 22 food bloggers from around the country are sharing over 75 sweet recipes that are perfect for spring.  So, say bye-bye to the snow and cold weather and get ready to enjoy amazing spring treats like cupcakes, cookies, pies, dessert boards, and even a few beverages!   

Our amazing #SpringSweetsWeek sponsors are helping us give away some fabulous prizes.  Thank you to Dixie Crystals, Melissa’s Produce, Anolon, Sweets & Treats, Taylor and Colledge, and Nairn’s for your generosity.  We have an incredible giveaway with six amazing prizes. 

Be sure to read about the sponsors and the prizes below today’s recipes and, of course, enter that great giveaway. Also, don’t forget to check out all of the recipes posted today. The links are below as well.  Right now, let me show you how to make this delicious homemade key lime pie recipe.

close up of slice of key lime pie on white plate with fork

What is the difference between Key Limes and Regular Limes?

Key limes are smaller and when sliced in half, you will notice that key limes have a thinner skin and more seeds. An average lime can weigh about 3 ounces while a key lime comes in around 1 ounce. You will use more key limes in a recipe calling for lime juice or zest than with regular limes. With a key lime you will also find that the juice is a bit more tart and notes of floral but not as acidic as regular limes.

Homemade Key Lime Pie

This recipe has a few steps to it but it’s so worth it. The hardest part is zesting and juicing all of the key limes. Since key limes are smaller than regular limes, so it will take more of them to get the amount of zest and juice needed. For this recipe, I used about 15 key limes and the zest from 5 of those. You can use regular limes (4 – 6 limes for the juice and zest from 2). While you can use bottled lime juice, using fresh key limes is best.

key lime zest on plate with zester

The filling is made with sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, lime juice, and lime zest. The homemade graham cracker crust is made from  Nairn’s gluten-free Oat Grahams, Dixie Crystals white granulated sugar, and melted unsalted butter. I just love Nairn’s oat graham crackers, they’re made from gluten-free whole grain oats. Their goal is to “make tasty, wholesome food that is as simple and natural as possible using the best ingredients” they can find.

Dixie Crystals sugar products are the best – quality sugar from a quality company. The cane sugar used in their products is 100% natural, non-GMO, OU Kosher certified and gluten-free. With 160 years of experience, they know their business!

whole key lime pie with gluten free graham cracker crust

This easy homemade Key Lime pie recipe is your dessert go-to for dessert any night of the week, Easter desserts, or your next spring or summer potluck. It’s sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

  • Nairn’s Gluten-Free Oat Grahams
  • Dixie Crystals white sugar
  • butter
  • sweetened condensed milk
  • sour cream
  • key lime juice
  • key lime zest
  • whipped cream or Cool Whip (optional)
  • 9 inch springform pan or 9 inch pie pan
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How to Make this Homemade Key Lime Pie

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Have a 9 inch springform pan ready. Using a blender or food processor, blend the oat grahams until they are a crumb consistency. Place the graham crumbs in a large bowl. Add the sugar and melted butter. Mix together until everything is incorporated. Regular graham crackers can also be used. But, trust me when I tell you the Nairn’s can’t be beat!

ingredient shot of items for pie crust

Pour into springform pan and evenly press crumb mixture firmly on the bottom of pan up the sides about an inch. Bake for 7 minutes and then remove from oven. Allow to cool for 30 minutes.

oat graham cracker crust in springform pan

Step 2

While the crust is cooling, using a zester or grater, zest the key limes to get about one tablespoon of zest. Juice the limes to get just a bit more than 3/4 cup of lime juice. Set aside.

key lime juice in bowl with limes in background

Step 3

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. I like to wrap the bottom of the springform pan with aluminum foil, just in case any filling seeps through. I also place springform pan on baking sheet.

Step 4

To make the key lime filling, whisk together, in a large mixing bowl, the sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, lime juice, and zest.

key lime pie batter and adding lime zest in bowl

Pour into prepared graham cracker crust and bake for 10 minutes.

key lime pie ready to bake in springform pan

Let pie cool slightly before chilling. Chill for at least 3 hours. Add whipped cream and lime slices to top of pie, if desired.

close up of lime pie with graham craacker crust
Key Lime Pie – perfect Spring dessert!
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Prize Packages for #SpringSweetsWeek Giveaway

Prize #1: A $100 gift card to Melissa’s Produce and a 3 month produce subscription.

A display of fruit

One winner will receive a $100 gift card to buy the freshest produce around! Melissa’s has everything from common apples and oranges to exotic passion fruit and rambutans. The winner will also receive a stunning selection of the most delicious produce around once a month for 3 months. At Melissa’s Produce, the produce is selected at their peak perfection and packed by hand to ensure a safe arrival. A $224 value.

Prize #2: A candy making kit from Dixie Crystals

A candy making kit

Perfect for the candy making novice or even the most advanced candy maker! Dixie Crystals is providing one winner with everything they need to make candy. The winner will receive a waterproof candy thermometer, silicone candy molds, and stainless steel double boiler. A $50 value.

Prize #3: A 5 piece Bakeware set from Anolon

5 piece Anolon bakeware set

Create dozens of bakeshop treats from gooey bar cookies to peanut butter and chocolate brownies to banana nut bread and more with all of the essentials in an expertly curated nonstick bakeware set. This bakeware is designed to stand up to the rigors of everyday baking with the convenience craved by creative bakers. This 5 piece baking set includes Two 9-Inch Round Cake Pans, a 9-Inch Square Cake Pan, a 14-Inch x 16-Inch Cookie Sheet, and a 11-Inch x 14-Inch Cooling Rack. A $65 value.

Prize #4: An assorted box of baking supplies from Sweets & Treats

Sweets & Treats Cupcakes

Sweets & Treats will provide one winner with an assorted box of baking supplies including liners, sprinkles, toppers, and other fun baking supplies. Sweets & Treats has the best selection of cupcake liners, cupcake topper, paper straws, and molds.

Prize #5: A Selection of three extract pastes from Taylor and Colledge.

Taylor & Colledge

One winner will receive a selection of extracts to include almond, lemon, and lavender. In 1897, Taylor & Colledge won its first award for excellence in vanilla. Since then, the Taylor & Colledge commitment for unsurpassed quality has earned its reputation as one of the world’s finest producers of vanilla.

Prize #6: A selection of three flavors of Gluten Free Grahams from Nairn’s.

Nairn's

One winner will receive a box of each Nairn’s Original, Chocolate Chip, Stem Ginger Oat Grahams. Nairn’s has been baking oats since 1896. They use simple, natural, and wholesome ingredients in their products.

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overhead shot of key lime pie slice with whole pie in background
overhead view of key lime pie with oat graham crust on white plate

Key Lime Pie

This homemade Key Lime Pie is such a perfect dessert for the spring and summer. With a gluten-free oat graham crust filled with a tart and sweet filling, this pie will surely please everyone.
5 from 4 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: key lime pie, pie
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 17 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

For the crust

  • 1 3/4 cups Nairn's Oat Graham crumbs (about 1 1/2 boxes of Nairn's oat grahams)
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the filling

  • 2 cans (14 ounces each) unsweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup light or reduced fat sour cream
  • 3/4 cup fresh key lime juice (about 15 key limes)
  • zest from about 4 key limes
  • whipped topping and limes slices, optional for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Have a 9 inch springform pan ready. Using a blender or food processor, blend the oat grahams until they are a crumb consistency. Place the graham crumbs in a large bowl. Add the sugar and melted butter. Mix together until everything is incorporated.
  • Pour into springform pan and evenly press crumb mixture firmly on the bottom of pan up the sides about an inch. Bake for 7 minutes and then remove from oven. Allow to cool for 30 minutes.
  • While the crust is cooling, zest the key limes to get about one tablespoon of zest. Juice the limes to get just a bit more than 3/4 cup of lime juice. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. I like to wrap the bottom of the springform pan with aluminum foil, just in case any filling seeps through. I also place springform pan on baking sheet.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, lime juice, and zest.
  • Pour into prepared graham cracker crust and bake for 10 minutes.
  • Let pie cool slightly before chilling. Chill for at least 3 hours. Top with whipped cream and lime slices, if desired.

Monday #SpringSweetsWeek Recipes

  • Blood Orange Shortbread Cookies from Jolene’s Recipe Journal
  • Carrot Bundt Cake from Kathryn’s Kitchen Blog
  • Carrot Halwa Ice Cream from Magical Ingredients
  • Coconut Pudding with Dragon Fruit from Shockingly Delicious
  • Crystalized Ginger Scones with Sake Poached Asian Pears from The Spiffy Cookie
  • Easter Candy Crack Bars from Cookaholic Wife
  • Easter Charcuterie Board from Devour Dinner
  • Frozen Lemonade Pie from Cheese Curd In Paradise
  • Hummingbird Cupcakes from Red Cottage Chronicles
  • Instant Pot Key Lime Cheesecake from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
  • Key Lime Bundt Cake from Jen Around the World
  • Key Lime Pie from Blogghetti
  • Key Lime Sugar Cookies from Daily Dish Recipes
  • Lemon Blueberry Jelly Roll from That Recipe
  • Lemon Crinkle Cookies from Eat Move Make
  • Lemon Posset Tart from Art of Natural Living
  • Lemon Scones with Lavender Glaze. from Family Around the Table
  • Mocha Cream Puffs from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
  • Orange Unicorn Doughnuts from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
  • Strawberry Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake from Palatable Pastime
  • Strawberry Lavender Muffins from Sweet Beginnings
  • Strawberry Lemonade Mascarpone Cheesecakes from Karen’s Kitchen Stories

We share recipes from #SpringSweetsWeek on Pinterest! Make sure you follow the board to see all the delicious recipes shared this week.

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Thank you #SpringSweetsWeek Sponsors: Dixie Crystals, Anolon, Sweets & Treats, Melissa’s Produce, Taylor and Colledge, and Nairn’s for providing the prizes free of charge. These companies also provided the bloggers with samples and product to use for #SpringSweetsWeek recipes. All opinions are my own. The #SpringSweetsWeek giveaway is open to residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older. All entries for the winner will be checked and verified. By entering you give the right to use your name and likeness. The number of entries received determines the odds of winning. Six (6) winners will be selected. The prize packages will be sent directly from the giveaway sponsors. The #SpringSweetsWeek Bloggers are not responsible for the fulfillment or delivery of the prize packages. Bloggers hosting this giveaway and their immediate family members in their household cannot enter or win the giveaway. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter or any other social channel mentioned in the #SpringSweetsWeek posts or entry.

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Comments

  1. Jolene says

    March 21, 2022 at 9:14 AM

    This is my husband’s favorite pie and I’ve never made it for him at home, must change that!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      March 22, 2022 at 11:45 AM

      I don’t know why I don’t make it more often!

      Reply
  2. Karen says

    March 21, 2022 at 5:06 PM

    I love all of that gorgeous green lime zest! I’m sure it was totally worth it! Beautiful pie.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      March 22, 2022 at 11:39 AM

      Thank you Karen!

      Reply
  3. Dorothy Reinhold says

    March 21, 2022 at 7:59 PM

    5 stars
    Who can resist the perfect balance of sweet and tart? Not me! I’m going to need this cheesecake ASAP!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      March 22, 2022 at 11:38 AM

      I can’t resist that’s for sure

      Reply
  4. Hezzi-D says

    March 21, 2022 at 8:54 PM

    Your pie is gorgeous. I love the sweet and tart combination, perfection!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      March 22, 2022 at 11:38 AM

      Sweet and tart desserts are the best!

      Reply
  5. LeAnn Harbert says

    March 21, 2022 at 10:32 PM

    Looks delicious, this is my sons favorite pie. I’ll have to try this recipe.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      March 22, 2022 at 11:38 AM

      It’s my favorite, too!

      Reply
  6. Jeanna Massman says

    March 22, 2022 at 2:45 AM

    Love this recipe! The Key Lime pie looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      March 22, 2022 at 11:38 AM

      Thanks Jeanna!

      Reply
  7. Amber Terry says

    March 22, 2022 at 4:24 AM

    This recipe looks delicious and this giveaway is amazing 🙂

    (Thanks for the chance to win!)

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      March 22, 2022 at 11:37 AM

      Thank you Amber, and good luck!

      Reply
  8. Cindy says

    March 22, 2022 at 7:40 AM

    5 stars
    What a gorgeous key lime pie!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      March 22, 2022 at 11:37 AM

      Thank you Cindy

      Reply
  9. Cookaholic Wife says

    March 22, 2022 at 8:02 AM

    It’s so gorgeous! I really need to make this,

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      March 22, 2022 at 11:37 AM

      Thank you! Yes, you need to make it, it’s so good!

      Reply
  10. Kathryn says

    March 22, 2022 at 10:31 AM

    5 stars
    I love key lime pie and yours looks perfect! The oat graham crust sounds amazing!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      March 22, 2022 at 11:36 AM

      Thank you!

      Reply
  11. Karen D says

    March 23, 2022 at 12:21 PM

    Key lime pie is such a special treat! Thanks for the lovely recipe!

    Reply
  12. Susan Broughton says

    March 23, 2022 at 1:20 PM

    Looks SO delicious!

    Reply
  13. Inger says

    March 24, 2022 at 12:07 AM

    My recipe doesn’t use sour cream but yours looks creamier. What a great excuse to bake again this weekend!

    Reply
  14. Melissa Storms says

    March 24, 2022 at 12:32 AM

    All of the recipes sound delicious. I have never made a homemade key lime pie before but I definitely need to try this.

    Reply
  15. Jennifer says

    March 24, 2022 at 8:45 AM

    The lime zest is what really makes the key lime pie! one of my favorite desserts.

    Reply
  16. Holly Thomas says

    March 25, 2022 at 3:44 PM

    5 stars
    Key Lime is my all time favorite pie!

    Reply
  17. Rebecca says

    March 28, 2022 at 10:27 PM

    I’m licking my lips just reading your post. Can’t wait to give it a try

    Reply
  18. Radha says

    March 30, 2022 at 1:06 AM

    Gorgeous pie! Love the sweet tart filling on a graham cracker crust!

    Reply

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