Key Lime Tartlets
These Key Lime Tartlets are a delightful and tangy dessert, perfect for any occasion. With a crisp graham cracker crust and a creamy, zesty filling, they're a crowd-pleaser.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 2.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.375 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 0.5 cup key lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
For the Topping (Optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Pour in melted butter and stir until combined.
- Press about 2 tablespoons of the crumb mixture into the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cup to form tartlet shells.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool completely.
- While the crusts are cooling, prepare the filling. In a separate bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
- Spoon the filling into the cooled tartlet shells.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the filling is set.
- Optional: For the topping, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Dollop or pipe onto the tartlets before serving.
Notes
These tartlets are best served chilled. For a more decorative touch, garnish with extra lime zest or a slice of lime.