Description
Cool summer vibes meet classic Florida dessert in this frozen key lime pie bar. Creamy, tangy goodness delivers a refreshing twist that makes you crave each crisp, zesty bite of pure tropical paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 7 ounces (198 grams) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 large egg yolks
- ⅓ cup (79 milliliters) key lime juice
- 12 ounces (340 grams) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
Crust Ingredients:
- ¾ cup (90 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1 tablespoon (12.5 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 ½ tablespoons (35 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- Zest of 1 lime
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) neutral oil
Instructions
- Gently warm the oven to 350°F (177°C) and lightly coat a 6-inch (15-centimeter) pie pan with cooking spray or butter, setting it aside for later use.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted unsalted butter in a mixing bowl, stirring until the mixture becomes uniformly moistened and holds together when pressed.
- Transfer the crumb mixture into the prepared pie pan, pressing firmly and evenly across the bottom and up the sides to create a consistent crust layer.
- Position the crust on a baking sheet and bake for 9-10 minutes until the edges turn a delicate golden brown, then remove and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- Using an electric mixer, whip egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk together for approximately 3 minutes until the mixture becomes light and slightly fluffy.
- Grate fresh lime zest and squeeze key lime juice directly into the egg mixture, blending thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and smooth.
- Carefully pour the vibrant lime filling into the cooled crust, ensuring an even distribution, then transfer to the freezer for a minimum of 24 hours to solidify completely.
- Create the chocolate coating by melting dark chocolate and neutral vegetable oil in a double boiler, stirring consistently until a glossy, smooth texture is achieved.
- Remove the frozen pie from the freezer and slice into individual portions, inserting wooden popsicle sticks into the center of each piece.
- Dip each pie slice into the slightly cooled chocolate coating, rotating to ensure full coverage, and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Return the chocolate-coated pie pieces to the freezer for an additional 10-15 minutes to set the chocolate shell before serving chilled.
Notes
- Crunch through a delightful frozen dessert that transforms classic key lime pie into a portable, chocolatey treat.
- Perfectly balanced graham cracker crust provides a sturdy foundation for the tangy, creamy filling.
- Freezing transforms the traditional pie into a refreshing summer snack that’s easy to enjoy anywhere.
- Chocolate coating adds a decadent layer of richness, creating a delightful contrast to the zesty lime flavor.
- Wooden popsicle sticks make this dessert convenient and fun to eat, perfect for outdoor gatherings or quick cool-down treats.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 309 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 89 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: <1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg