Description
Avocado Key Lime Pie is a refreshing dessert that combines the creamy texture of ripe avocados with the tartness of fresh key limes. This guilt-free treat sits atop a crunchy graham cracker crust, making it an ideal choice for summer gatherings or any occasion. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this pie will leave your guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed key lime juice (about 4–6 limes)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press into a pie dish to form the crust and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a blender, combine avocados, key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the avocado mixture into the cooled crust, spreading evenly. Bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Allow to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Top with whipped cream if desired before slicing and enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg