Stop Making Heavy Pies! Make This Healthier Key Lime Pie
↓ Jump to RecipeA lighter, refreshing take on classic Key Lime Pie! Featuring a protein-boosted Greek yogurt and lime filling tucked into a crispy golden graham cracker crust, this guilt-free dessert is pure sunshine in every slice.
Inspired by Monica Burns, this healthier Key Lime Pie replaces heavy cream with thick, protein-rich Greek yogurt. The combination of sweet condensed milk, tangy lime juice, and fresh zest creates an irresistibly creamy filling with a fraction of the heavy fats.
The graham cracker crust uses an egg white to bind the crumbs together perfectly, giving you a firm, crunchy base using less butter. Chill thoroughly and top with a cloud of whipped cream and fresh lime zest for a crowd-pleasing treat!
Healthier Key Lime Pie
- 🥧 9-inch pie dish
- 🥣 Large mixing bowl & whisk
- 🍋 Citrus zester & juicer
- 🥄 Spatula
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1Preheat & Prep Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, egg white, and ¼ tsp salt until sandy and combined. Press firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
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2Bake Crust: Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden and set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly while preparing the filling.
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3Whisk Lime Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the condensed milk, Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, lime zest, vanilla extract, and ¼ tsp salt until completely smooth and creamy.
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4Fill & Chill: Pour the smooth filling into the pre-baked crust and level with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) until fully set and chilled.
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5Garnish & Serve: Top with dollops or swirls of whipped cream and extra fresh lime zest before slicing into 8 pieces. Serve cold!
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Get The Cookbook — $9.97 →- 🍋 Fresh Lime Juice is Key: Always squeeze fresh lime (or Key lime) juice for the brightest, zestiest flavor. Bottled juice can taste harsh and artificial.
- 🍦 Greek Yogurt Creaminess: Use full-fat or 2% plain Greek yogurt. It adds a silky texture and subtle tang while boosting the protein profile.
- 🥚 Egg White Crust Hack: Incorporating an egg white into the graham crumbs binds the crust firmly without needing excess butter.
- ❄️ Chill Overnight: For clean, picture-perfect slices, chill the pie overnight in the refrigerator before cutting.
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