This Key Lime Pies in a Jar recipe makes easy and delicious individually sized desserts in small 4 ounce mason jars that are great for parties or as a memorable dessert for your family. You’re going to love these!
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This week for #SundaySupper, our theme is Desserts in a Jars, inspired by the “Dessert in Jars” cookbook by Shaina Olmanson. I received this cookbook at the Mixed Conference and it’s one of my favorite cookbooks. I love making fun recipes in my kitchen, stuff that my family will always remember, and making a dessert in a jar is a PERFECT way to do that.
My contribution to the Desserts in a Jar Sunday Supper is this Mini Key Lime Pies in a Jar recipe. I chose this because Key Lime is one of two pies that I love the most. The second kind is Lemon Meringue — but it’s a tie between both of them. It’s hard for me to pick one one I like more because I like them for different reasons and each one is just heavenly to me. But one thing that I love about key lime pie, over lemon meringue, is how easy it is to make. If you’ve never made one, you probably don’t realize just how easy it is.
Ingredients Needed for Mini Key Lime Pies in a Jar:
- Graham Crackers (1 Cup – Crushed)
- Sugar (2 Tablespoons)
- Butter (2 Tablespoons – Melted)
- Egg Yolks (3)
- Sweetened Condensed Milk (14oz)
- Key Lime Juice (1/2 Cup)
- Whipped Cream
- Optional: Key Lime Zest or Wedge
Cooking Equipment Needed for Mini Key Lime Pies in a Jar:
- Small and Medium Mixing Bowl
- 4oz Canning Jars (8)
- Hand Mixer or KitchenAid
- Baking Sheet
- Foil or Plastic Wrap
One of the first steps to making your Mini Key Lime Pies in a Jar is crushing up graham cracker crumbs. I do this in my food processor, but you could also put them in a zipper-style bag and crush them with a rolling pin. You could go even easier and buy pre-crushed graham cracker crumbs. The crumbs are mixed with a bit of sugar and melted butter. Then, you gently press some of the graham cracker crumb mixture into the bottom of 4 oz mason jars (those are the little ones).
For the Mini Key Lime Pie in a Jar filling, you’ll only need 3 ingredients. Crazy, right? Only 3 ingredients: egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, and key lime juice. For the juice, I use a bottle of Nellie & Joe’s Key West Lime Juice, which I can find on Amazon or in the baking aisle or near the cocktail area (near margarita mixes) of your grocery store. All this is mixed up and smooth and blended. The mixture is divided between the mason jars.
The Key Lime Pies in a Jar are baked for about 15 minutes in the oven.
After they are refrigerated, and right before serving, top with some whipped cream. It’s also pretty to garnish with a bit of lime zest or even a small wedge of key lime.
Mini Key Lime Pies in a Jar Recipe
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Mini Key Lime Pies in a Jar Recipe
- Yield: 0 Eight 4 oz jars 1x
Description
This Key Lime Pies in a Jar recipe makes easy and delicious individually sized desserts in small 4 ounce mason jars that are great for parties or as a memorable dessert for your family. You’re going to love these!
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
Filling
- 3 egg yolks
- 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and butter with a fork. Divide mixture among eight 4 oz canning jars (about 2 tablespoons per jar). Press crumbs down into the bottom of the jar.
- In medium bowl, combine egg yolks, milk, and juice. Beat on low, just until smooth. Spoon and divide mixture evenly into canning jars on top of the graham cracker crust (each jar will get a bit less than 1/4 cup).
- Place jars on a baking sheet, about 2″ apart from each other. Place in oven and bake for about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 30-40 minutes on counter top. Cover jars (with canning lids, foil, plastic wrap, etc) and place in refrigerator to chill.
- When fully chilled and ready to serve, top with whipped cream and garnish with key lime zest and/or wedge (if desired).
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
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Diane Short says
I live in Utah. I can’t find ‘Key Limes’ anywhere. Help
Quinn Caudill says
Oh Yum Oh! Thanks for sharing with us at Throwback Thursday! Pinned and shared!
Frugal Hausfrau says
Such a lovely way to show off these little pies~ Looks delish and thanks for sharing on Throwback Thursday!
Mollie
stacey says
How cute! They look great and are the perfect portion!! #HomeMattersParty
Nancy says
Where do you find the jars?
brandie says
Hi Nancy,
I bought these jars at Walmart in the houseware/cookware area near the canning supplies. I’m not sure I’ve seen this size at Target (could be there though), but most stores that carry canning supplies will have this size.
Nancy says
Thank you so much!
Roxy says
Making this right now. Hubby loves the crust so I think I’ll add some crust towards the end on top to brown and serve with fresh Whipped / more like a parfait. Yummy!
Nichi - The Mandatory Mooch says
Thanks for recently sharing this post on Tasty Thursdays. It will be included in my Unlimited Limes roundup in my Fantastic Fruit series tomorrow.
Thanks, Nichi
http://www.mandatorymooch.blogspot.com
Stephanie Pass says
Love these! I love key lime pie and usually make it as little tartlets. But, I do have some of those tiny open mouth mason jars that have been calling my name. I definitely think I will have to make it this way at least once. Thanks for sharing!
Ashley says
These look amazing!!! I would love it if you would come and link this up at my link party
Dandelion Wishes Wednesday. I’m also pinning this 🙂
diane says
Just wanted to let you know that your recipe was featured in what’s cooking wednesday this week! Thanks for linking up…looks delicious! http://www.turningclockback.com/2013/07/whats-cooking-wednesday-recipe-linky-24.html
Rebecca @ My Girlish Whims says
Thanks so much for linking up to Your Whims Wednesday – I featured this on my blog tonight! Come stop by and grab a featured button! http://www.mygirlishwhims.com/2013/07/your-whims-wednesday-119-and-features.html
Tenns @ New Mama Diaries says
Stopping over from Your Whims Wednesday. These are just delightful and look so yummy!
~Tenns
Miz Helen says
I just love your Pies In a Jar, key lime is a favorite flavor of ours. Have a fantastic week and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen
Susan says
How pretty! And sounds delicious, too. Thanks for sharing at Inspire Us Thursday.
Ellya Brill says
Love Key Lime. These are so adorable…in single jar.
Happy 4th of July!
Ellya
Michele says
I’m with you! I LOVE Key Lime Pie and I can’t wait to try this! Thanks for the tasty treat.
Michele
Jenn@eatcakefordinner says
I love key lime desserts in the Summer and having it in a jar is even better!
Sarah says
Delicious! My mom would love it, and with built in portion control!
Marsha says
I think jar desserts are fantastic! Love the recipe.
Shawna Van Ness says
Those look so good–and they’re cute, too! I was looking for something quick and easy to serve at my MiA Party–something that wouldn’t scent the air, but would still be a nice summer treat. Thanks for sharing this recipe–I can’t wait to try it. Key Lime=Summer!
Family Foodie says
I love the little jars you used. They are perfect for these Key Lime Pies!
Susan says
This is the perfect size for key lime pie! Just the right amount of tartness before you get to that delicious crust.
Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons says
I took a trip to Key Largo a few years back with my best friend, who was pregnant at the time. We used her preganancy as an excuse to eat key lime pie with lunch, dinner, and possibly a snack in between 🙂 I must confess, I’ve never made it at home. But these jars are just too cute! I’ll give them a try this summer.
CindyD says
Wow! What a fabulous idea! I am definitely doing this for the next family birthday party (which is, um, next week now that I think of it)! Thanks, Brandie!
Katie says
I LOVE key lime pie – there is a place by my house that makes the best key lime pie I’ve ever tasted, and I always try to replicate. No luck yet, but I think I can keep trying 😉
Jane's Adventures in Dinner says
Key Lime in a perfect size! DH would be so excited.
steph@stephsbitebybite says
These are too fun!
Anne says
I love the idea of desserts in jars–yummy, portion controlled, and pretty. And I’m getting lots of good recipes in the #SundaySupper this week, not the least of which is your lovely Key Lime Pies. Thanks.
Camille says
Very cute! Key Lime is my hubby’s favorite pie!
Orrinda Stockton says
Never thought of baking in canning jars. What a cool idea!
Nancy @ gottagetbaked says
Holy cannoli, Brandie, I can’t believe these gorgeous, flavourful little pies are so simple to make! And I love how the little 4 ounce jar provides automatic portion control, because Lord knows I don’t have the self-discipline to stop myself.
Jeanne (NanaBread) says
I love that you’re all cooking from the cookbook! This desserts in jars theme is amazing.
Carol Yemola says
Desserts in a jar would be so great for summertime picnics!
kathia Rodriguez says
A simple portion of this decadent dessert is perfect. Love it!
Stephanie says
I take my breakfast, lunch, and snacks to work with me, so anything that is this convenient is extra awesome for me! I think this week’s cooking project will be to figure out which dairy substitute will work best for this.
Diana @EatMoveShine says
Brandie, these are fantastic! So pretty and love the small amount of ingredients! Great recipe, and so cute.
Laura Dembowski says
Key lime pie is the best! Love this single serving version! I don’t think I’d be able to eat just one though 🙂
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
Brandie,
I love these!!! I was thinking about key lime pie too . . . you did a fabulous job!!! they look delicious!
Samantha @FerraroKitchen says
Ahhh I LOVE this!! And looks so easy to make too!
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
Love key lime pie, Brandie. great choice!
Jen @JuanitasCocina says
I’d need at least two of these babies!
Liz says
As a Key lime pie lover, this looks like an amazing mini version that I could not resist.
Blake Kaplan says
The key lime recipe is one I will try very soon. Looks amazing.
Arlene @FlourOnMyFace says
Being a Florida girl I love Key Lime Pie. These little cuties are just perfect for a summer bbq!
Renee says
Yep, it”s official. I now have a giant craving for key lime pie.
Lane @ Supper for a Steal says
This is similar to my key lime pie recipe, but I’ve never made it in a jar! So cool.
Debra Elliott says
Another yummy in my tummy dessert!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
Wow, this is so pretty and I love that it’s key lime flavor!
Christie says
Jars make it so easy to take these on picnics! These look FAB-ulous!
Becca H. says
Oh my… YUM! I’m going to have to find some jars like that! This looks so good!
Becca H. says
I screwed up and bought bigger jars and sweetened lime juice. But they are in the oven now. I think they may be sweeter than the recipe intended, due to my lime juice, but I doubt the kids will care much!