Description
A creamy, tangy, and refreshing dairy free key lime pie made with coconut cream, sweetened condensed coconut milk, and a graham cracker crust. It delivers all the classic flavors of the traditional pie without any dairy, making it perfect for summer gatherings or a make-ahead dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups dairy free graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil or dairy free butter alternative
- 1 cup coconut cream (from chilled cans of coconut milk)
- 1 can (11–14 oz) sweetened condensed coconut milk
- 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice (or regular lime juice)
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- 2 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup or agave (optional, for extra sweetness)
- Dairy free whipped topping (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted coconut oil or dairy free butter. Press firmly into a pie dish to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
- In a saucepan, whisk together coconut cream, sweetened condensed coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, and cornstarch.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
- Before serving, top with dairy free whipped topping and extra lime zest if desired.
Notes
Use gluten free graham crackers for a gluten free version.For a nutty crust, substitute with crushed almonds or pecans mixed with dates.Add shredded coconut to the filling for extra tropical flavor.Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.Thaw frozen pie in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg