MARSHMALLOW-ALMOND KEY LIME PIE

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Summer is peak season for Key limes-a must for this pie's distinctive sweet-tart flavor. Unlike other Key lime pies, mine has a smooth marshmallow layer on top that makes it stand out as a crowd favorite. -Judy Castranova, New Bern, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted, divided
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon honey
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened, divided
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon grated Key lime peel
1/2 cup Key lime juice
Dash salt
1 large egg yolk
1-3/4 cups miniature marshmallows
4-1/2 teaspoons butter
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place flour, brown sugar and 1/2 cup almonds in a food processor; process until almonds are finely chopped. Add melted butter and honey; process until crumbly. Press onto bottom and up sides of a greased 9-in. pie plate. Bake until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat 5 ounces cream cheese, milk, lime peel, lime juice and salt until blended. Add egg yolk; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. Bake until center is almost set, 15-20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. , Meanwhile, place marshmallows and butter in a small heavy saucepan; cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Transfer to a large bowl; beat in remaining cream cheese until blended. Beat in cream. Refrigerate, covered, until cold., Beat chilled marshmallow mixture until light and fluffy. Spread over pie; sprinkle with remaining almonds. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 587 calories, Fat 35g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Charles oliver
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This pie is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing.


Lesego Mungangathi
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The crust on this pie was a bit soggy, but the filling was delicious. I would definitely try this recipe again, but I would use a different crust.


Jibril Mohammed
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This pie is a bit too tart for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with more marshmallow or almond.


joshua layea
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This pie is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a family dessert. It's always a hit.


Harmony Love
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I've made this pie several times, and it's always a hit. The marshmallow and almond add a unique and delicious flavor to the key lime. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mustapha Abdullahi
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This pie is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Kirabo Iryn
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The crust on this pie was a bit crumbly, but the filling was delicious. I would definitely try this recipe again, but I would use a different crust.


Mpho Nkazimulo
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This pie is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less marshmallow or almond.


Dental Health
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this pie, but I was pleasantly surprised. The marshmallow and almond add a unique and delicious flavor to the key lime. The crust is also very good.


Ketan Saeed
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This pie is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it several times for potlucks and parties, and it's always a hit. The marshmallow and almond add a fun and unexpected twist to the classic key lime pie.


Alone_ boy830
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I love the combination of flavors in this pie. The marshmallow and almond add a sweetness and nuttiness that complement the tartness of the key lime. The crust is also very good, and it holds the filling together well.


Atticus Craddock
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This pie was a hit at my party! The combination of marshmallow, almond, and key lime is unique and delicious. The crust is flaky and buttery, and the filling is creamy and tart. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a refresh