Best 4 Key Lime Buttermilk Icebox Pie Recipes

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Key lime buttermilk icebox pie, a delectable treat that blends the tangy zip of key lime with the creamy richness of buttermilk, is an alluring dessert that offers a delightful symphony of flavors. Whether you enjoy the smooth, velvety texture of classic ice cream or prefer the rustic charm of a crumbly crust, this versatile pie can be adapted to suit your personal tastes. Suitable for both special occasions and casual gatherings, key lime buttermilk icebox pie is a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind creating the perfect key lime buttermilk icebox pie, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the delicate balance of flavors. So, gather your apron and prepare to be captivated by the magic of this extraordinary dessert.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

KEY LIME BUTTERMILK ICEBOX PIE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Key Lime Buttermilk Icebox Pie Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by LRay

Number Of Ingredients 14

FILLING:
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon loosely packed lemon zest
1/2 cup key lime juice
3 large egg yolks
1/4 cup buttermilk
Vegetable cooking spray
Sweetened whipped cream
CRUST:
1 1/2 cups crushed cookies or crackers, such as: vanilla wafers, graham crackers, gingersnaps, saltine crackers, or round buttery crackers
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt (omit when using buttery crackers or saltines)
6 tablespoons butter, melted
Vegetable cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Make the crust: Process crushed cookies or crackers, sugar, and (if used) salt in a food processor until finely crushed and well combined. Add melted butter, and process until thoroughly combined. Press on bottom, up sides, and onto lip of a lightly greased (with cooking spray) 9-inch regular pie plate or 9-inch deep-dish pie plate. Freeze 30 minutes to 1 hour or while preparing fillings. Make the filling: Whisk together first 3 ingredients for the filling in a bowl. Beat egg yolks with a handheld mixer in a medium bowl at high speed 4 to 5 minutes or until yolks become pale and ribbons form on surface of mixture when beater is lifted. Gradually whisk in sweetened condensed milk mixture, and whisk until thoroughly combined; whisk in buttermilk. Pour mixture into prepared crust. Bake at 325° for 20 to 25 minutes or until set around edges. (Pie will be slightly jiggly.) Cool on a wire rack 1 hour. Cover pie with lightly greased (with cooking spray) plastic wrap, and freeze 4 to 6 hours. Top with sweetened whipped cream.

ICEBOX KEY LIME PIE



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This recipe, originally from Chef Diane Unger, is unique in that contains no raw eggs, which used to be a standard ingredient for the pie. Since raw eggs are now a "no-no'" here's a tested way to produce a lime pie as bright and custard-like as the original, without using eggs. Garnish with a thinly sliced fresh lime "wheel" and wait for your guests to be "wowed." A great ending for a meal year around, but particularly during the warm summer months. Note: Do not be tempted to use bottled lime juice, which lacks depth of flavor. Also, use the larger Persian Limes...not the true Key Limes. It would take about 40 of the little Key Limes to yield a cup of juice!

Provided by GREG IN SAN DIEGO

Categories     Pie

Time 3h40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 whole graham crackers, broken into small pieces
2 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/3 cup vanilla instant pudding mix
1 1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
1 cup fresh lime juice (from 6 to 8 limes)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For the crust:.
  • Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Pulse crackers and sugar in food processor until finely ground.
  • Add melted butter in steady stream, while pulsing, until crumbs resemble damp sand.
  • Using bottom of dry measuring cup, press crumbs firmly into bottom and sides of a 9 inch pie plate.
  • Bake until fragrant and browned around edges, 12 to 14 minutes.
  • Cool completely.
  • For the filling:.
  • Process sugar and zest in food processor until sugar turns bright green, about 30 seconds.
  • Add cream cheese and process until combined, about 30 seconds.
  • Add condensed milk and pudding mix and process until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  • Scrape down sides of bowl.
  • Stir gelatin and 2 tablespoons lime juice in small bowl.
  • Heat in microwave for 15 seconds.
  • Stir until dissolved.
  • With machine running, pour gelatin mixture, remaining lime juice and vanilla through feed tube and mix until thoroughly combined, about 30 seconds.
  • Pour filling into cooled crust, cover with plastic and refrigerate at least 3 hours or up to 2 days.
  • To serve, let pie sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing and garnishing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.3, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 67.2, Sodium 190, Carbohydrate 45.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 40, Protein 6.6

LEMON OR KEY LIME ICEBOX PIE



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I like this recipe because its simple and if you have children they can help with this one. Plus its a bit tart and sweet too. I have been making this pie for some years now. Best tip is to let your cream cheese get room temp, or heat in microwave unwrapped for 10-15 sec.

Provided by Amy Childers

Categories     Pie

Time 2h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup lemon juice or 1/2 cup key lime juice
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
1 graham cracker crust

Steps:

  • Mix the first three ingredients together till smooth, then fold in the cool whip. Once the cool whip is completely folded into the mix pour into the pie shell and allow to chill no less than 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.8, Fat 28.8, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 48, Sodium 325, Carbohydrate 55.1, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 45.4, Protein 7.7

ICEBOX KEY LIME PIE RECIPE



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Provided by mz0926

Number Of Ingredients 11

Crust 8 whole graham crackers, broken into smaller pieces
2 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling 1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/3 cup instant vanilla pudding mix
1 1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
1 cup fresh lime juice from 6 to 8 limes
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. For the crust: Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Pulse crackers and sugar in food processor until finely ground. Add melted butter in steady stream while pulsing until crumbs resemble damp sand. Using bottom of dry measuring cup, press crumbs firmly into bottom and sides of 9-inch pie plate. Bake until fragrant and browned around edges, 12 to 14 minutes. Cool completely. 2. For the filling: Process sugar and zest in food processor until sugar turns bright green, about 30 seconds. Add cream cheese and process until combined, about 30 seconds. Add condensed milk and pudding mix and process until smooth, about 30 seconds. Scrape down sides of bowl. Stir gelatin and 2 tablespoons lime juice in small bowl. Heat in microwave for 15 seconds; stir until dissolved. With machine running, pour gelatin mixture, remaining lime juice, and vanilla through feed tube and mix until thoroughly combined, about 30 seconds. 3. Pour filling into cooled crust, cover with plastic, and refrigerate at least 3 hours or up to 2 days. To serve, let pie sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing.

Tips:

  • Use fresh key limes. The flavor of fresh key limes is far superior to that of bottled or frozen lime juice. If you can't find key limes, you can substitute regular limes, but the flavor will be slightly different.
  • Don't overmix the filling. Overmixing can cause the filling to become thick and gummy. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the pie for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the pie with whipped cream or a dollop of sour cream. This will help to balance the tartness of the key limes.

Conclusion:

Key lime buttermilk icebox pie is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy filling and tangy lime flavor, this pie is sure to be a hit. It's also easy to make, so you can enjoy it without spending hours in the kitchen. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give key lime buttermilk icebox pie a try. You won't be disappointed.

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