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Key Lime Pie Shots (mini desserts)

Published Apr 21, 2021 by Allyson · 30 Comments
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Key lime pie turned into a mini dessert! Layer traditional pie fillings in shooter glasses for key lime pie shots; the perfect no-bake party dessert!

Key lime pie turned into a mini dessert! Layer traditional pie fillings in shooter glasses for key lime pie shots; the perfect no-bake party dessert!

Key lime pie turned into a mini dessert! Layer traditional pie fillings in shooter glasses for key lime pie shots; the perfect no-bake party dessert!

Key Lime Pie Shots are the perfect mini dessert that come together in no time. You can make these the morning of a party, then have them ready to go come party time! 

If you love key lime pie as much as I do, you should also see my Key Lime Pie Dip and Skinny Mini Key Lime Pies!  Key Lime Pie Shots are quick and simple to make, yet taste like they took hours to put together; everyone will love them!

Key lime pie turned into a mini dessert! Layer traditional pie fillings in shooter glasses for key lime pie shots; the perfect no-bake party dessert!

How to make Key Lime Pie Shots:

**Scroll all the way down for full printable directions and ingredient list**

  • Make the key lime pie filling first. Once that is set, layer the shot glasses (I like these plastic disposable shot glasses) with crushed graham crackers, pie filling, and then continue until you reach the top of the glass. Add a bit of whipped cream and sprinkle a few more graham cracker crumbs. Add a quarter of a lime wedge for garnish.
  • Serve immediately or place into the fridge until time to serve.

Different ways to serve Key Lime Pie Shots:

No shot glasses? No problem. Use these plastic disposable shot glasses, or serve the mini key lime pie desserts in different glasses; a rocks glass or wine glass work great for these as well as a parfait glass or bowl. Layer just as stated above and serve!

Can I make them in advance?

Yes! Make the filling in advance but do not assemble the shot glasses until the day of serving.

Having the ingredients prepped makes for easy assembly the day the key lime pie shots are needed. Assemble the shots up to 6 hours before serving, and store in the fridge. Add whipped cream right before serving.

Key lime pie turned into a mini dessert! Layer traditional pie fillings in shooter glasses for key lime pie shots; the perfect no-bake party dessert!

When to serve these mini desserts:

Key Lie Pie Shots are perfect for a potluck, dinner party, BUNCO party, holiday party, New Years Eve, Super Bowl event, or girls night! These would also be great at a BBQ with the little plastic disposable shot glasses. 

Other desserts you might be interested in making:

  • Key Lime Pie Dip is the perfect no-fuss dessert! Bring this to potluck or party and everyone will ask for the recipe!
  • Strawberry Mousse - A sweet. creamy spring time berry dessert
  • Skinny Mini Key Lime Pies are a healthier take on Key Lime Pie. Individual servings make portion control a cinch and they are just as delicious as the original!
  • Honey Lime Fruit Salad is the perfect summer fruit salad!
  • Slow Cooker Cranberry Cheesecake is made in the slow cooker and topped with the most delicious cranberry compote! Perfect holiday dessert!
  • TWIX Cheesecake Bars with Chocolate & Caramel Drizzle are the ultimate left-over candy dessert! Whip these up for your next party!

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5 from 20 votes
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Key Lime Pie Shots
Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 

Key lime pie turned into a mini dessert! Layer traditional pie fillings in shooter glasses for key lime pie shots; the perfect no-bake party dessert!

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: key lime pie shots
Servings: 20 or more glasses
Ingredients
  • 4 ounces ⅓ less fat cream cheese neufatchel cheese
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 limes zest and juice set aside
  • 15 graham crackers pulsed into crumbs
  • whipped cream for topping
Instructions
  1. Using a stand mixer or electric mixer, combine cream cheese and condensed milk until well mixed. Add lime juice and half the lime zest; mix to combine.

  2. Transfer to bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, up to overnight.

  3. Using your shooter glasses, layer dip/graham crackers, until you reach the top. Add whipped cream*, and lime zest. Garnish with lime wedge if desired. Repeat with all shooter glasses.

  4. Refrigerate until serving, up to 6 hours before serving*

Recipe Notes

Makes 20+ shooters

  • Will keep 6 hours in the fridge before serving.
  • If not serving immediately, I would wait until serving time to add the whipped cream.

First published in November 2018. Updated April 2021.

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Comments

  1. Michelle

    November 28, 2018 at 10:25 pm

    What a fun party dessert! Definitely will try this...I love the key lime flavor!

    Reply
  2. Lawrence

    November 29, 2018 at 3:15 am

    5 stars
    OMG so yummy. Only recently have a first (EVER) tried key lime pie. And the one I tried wasn’t even homemade and probably doesn’t hold a candle to this one. But I am in love with key lime pie – gotta make one myself now.

    Reply
  3. Catalina

    November 29, 2018 at 7:31 am

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness! I want this right now! Such an elegant and delicious dessert!

    Reply
  4. Amy

    November 29, 2018 at 10:24 am

    5 stars
    What a fun dessert! Love serving individual desserts!

    Reply
  5. Allison

    November 29, 2018 at 10:39 am

    5 stars
    I'm making these for my husband - he LOVES key lime pie!

    Reply
  6. Toni | Boulder Locavore

    November 29, 2018 at 11:43 am

    5 stars
    I love individual desserts! These are really AHH-mazing!

    Reply
  7. Toni | Boulder Locavore

    November 29, 2018 at 11:44 am

    5 stars
    I love individual desserts! These look really AHH-mazing!

    Reply
  8. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert

    November 30, 2018 at 9:35 am

    5 stars
    These would disappear in our house!

    Reply
  9. Krista

    November 30, 2018 at 11:53 am

    5 stars
    I want this for dessert! It sounds refreshing!

    Reply
  10. Kara

    April 21, 2021 at 12:03 pm

    5 stars
    I love key lime pie, so I thought these were AMAZING! They are even creamier, and of course it's fun to eat anything out of a tiny serving dish. It's ok if we all ate two of them, right? haha!

    Reply
  11. sommer

    April 21, 2021 at 12:25 pm

    5 stars
    I looove key lime pie, and this just became my most favorite way of eating it!

    Reply
  12. April

    April 21, 2021 at 12:45 pm

    5 stars
    This is such a yummy and EASY dessert!

    Reply
  13. Jo

    April 21, 2021 at 11:14 pm

    5 stars
    Perfect for a quick party dessert! Love it!

    Reply
    • Rosemary Petriello

      January 01, 2022 at 9:46 am

      Can I make the filing a week or two ahead of time and freeze it?

      Reply
  14. Vikki

    April 22, 2021 at 1:04 am

    5 stars
    Fantastic twist on one of my favorite desserts. So tasty!

    Reply
  15. Erin

    April 22, 2021 at 6:09 am

    5 stars
    This Key Lime Pie Shots is such an exciting idea!

    Reply
  16. Amanda Livesay

    April 22, 2021 at 7:38 am

    5 stars
    Love these for a party! They are so cute and so delicous!

    Reply
  17. Beth

    April 22, 2021 at 5:48 pm

    5 stars
    Yummy! These are such a fun and adorable idea! My daughter is going to love making these with me, so excited to make these very soon!

    Reply
  18. Sandra

    April 22, 2021 at 6:21 pm

    5 stars
    This is a really fun idea! My husband enjoyed it!

    Reply
  19. Catalina

    April 23, 2021 at 1:16 pm

    5 stars
    I need a dozen of these! I am drooling over these shots! Yummy!

    Reply
  20. Carla Crouch

    August 24, 2021 at 10:37 pm

    Does "three limes" mean 3 tiny key limes or 3 large limes?

    Reply
    • Allyson

      August 25, 2021 at 9:41 am

      I used key limes!

      Reply
      • Lesley Austin

        April 28, 2022 at 3:40 pm

        What is the measured amount of juice? I’ll be using Nellie & Joe’s key lime juice.

        Reply
        • Allyson

          May 02, 2022 at 1:55 pm

          About 1/4 cup!

          Reply
  21. Krystle

    September 09, 2021 at 10:50 pm

    5 stars
    I love key lime pie, these are such a treat. I've eaten 3 so far today opps!

    Reply
  22. Judes

    March 29, 2022 at 3:00 pm

    5 stars
    I delivered these to friends before we had our first zoom get together during COVID. They were a real hit. I ordered the plastic shot glasses with spoons from Amazon. This made the perfect little dessert.

    Reply
    • Allyson

      March 30, 2022 at 12:07 pm

      I am so happy to hear that!!!

      Reply
  23. Susan

    July 22, 2022 at 3:19 pm

    How do you prevent the graham cracker crumbs from getting soggy? I'm serving these at a bridal shower.

    Reply

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