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Easy Coconut Key Lime Pie: Refreshing Tropical Dessert Recipe

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Easy Coconut Key Lime Pie is a creamy tropical dessert made with a buttery graham cracker crust, silky key lime filling, and fluffy coconut whipped cream topping. Perfect for summer gatherings, holidays, and make-ahead entertaining.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 23 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 43 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • ½ cup fresh key lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 cup chilled full-fat coconut cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup toasted coconut flakes
  • Extra lime zest and lime slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
  3. Press mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish.
  4. Bake crust for 8 minutes and cool completely.
  5. Whisk egg yolks until smooth and pale.
  6. Add sweetened condensed milk and whisk until fully combined.
  7. Stir in fresh key lime juice and lime zest.
  8. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  9. Pour filling into prepared crust.
  10. Bake for 15 minutes until the center is just set.
  11. Cool completely at room temperature.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  13. Whip chilled coconut cream until fluffy.
  14. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  15. Continue whipping until soft peaks form.
  16. Spread or pipe coconut cream over chilled pie.
  17. Top with toasted coconut flakes.
  18. Garnish with lime zest and lime slices.
  19. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Fresh key lime juice provides the most authentic flavor.
  • Regular Persian limes may be substituted if needed.
  • Chill overnight for the best texture and clean slices.
  • Use full-fat coconut cream, not coconut milk.
  • Toast coconut flakes for added flavor and crunch.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Do not overbake the filling.
  • Serve directly from the refrigerator.
  • Garnish just before serving for the freshest appearance.

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