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March 13, 2014

Key Lime Pie Dessert Shots and a Party!


My daughter has always had a fascination with miniature things.
 Teeny-tiny notebooks and tape dispensers.  Little tiny plants and wee little animals to place in her shadow box.

I must admit there’s a certain fascination I have, as well, with cute little bitty things.  Like cute teeny appetizers, mini-cupcakes and now the popular tapas, which are small savory dishes.

Key Lime Pie Shots

So it’s no wonder I’ve fallen in love with serving small individual desserts with big taste.

Desserts small in size but big in flavor like these Key Lime Pie Dessert Shots! I love how cute they looked in their individual little shot glasses, the perfect after dinner treat!

Key Lime Pie Shots

Layered graham cracker crust, key lime pie filing,  whip cream, a surprise layer of lemon curd and toasted coconut make every bite a treat! They are the perfect dessert for a warm spring evening!  Here’s how to make them yourself….

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Key Lime Pie Shots

A fun take on Key Lime Pie, these individual dessert shots, with the tart addition of lemon curd, are easy to serve and just the right size to follow up dinner!

Ingredients

  • 1 Box Key Lime Pie filling, prepared according to directions (I used Southern Gourmet Outrageous Key Lime Pie Filling for test purposes)

  • 1 8 oz. jar of Lemon Curd

  • 1 container Extra creamy cool whip

  • ½ cup flaked coconut, toasted
  • Crust:
  • ½ cup of graham cracker crumbs

  • 1 tsp. sugar
  • 
2 Tbs. melted butter

Instructions

  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar and melted butter in small bowl, mixing thoroughly.
  • Add 1 Tablespoon graham cracker “crust” to bottom of each dessert shot glass*.
  • Top crust with 1-2 Tablespoons of Key Lime Pie Filling.
  • Layer 1 Tablespoon of Cool Whip on top of lime pie filling.
  • Top Cool Whip with 1 Tablespoon of Lemon Curd.
  • Generously sprinkle graham cracker crust on top lemon curd and top with additional tablespoon of Cool Whip.
  • Sprinkle with toasted coconut.
  • Chill for one hour before serving.
  • *Dessert Shot glasses can be found at most home décor stores.
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Key Lime Pie Shots

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  1. debbiedoos says

    March 13, 2014 at 5:43 AM

    mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm! I love key lime and these look delightful!

    Reply
  2. Barbara says

    March 13, 2014 at 6:04 AM

    Where did you get those darling aqua plates?

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  3. Cheryl at Snaps of Ginger says

    March 13, 2014 at 6:36 AM

    These are gorgeous!!! I know they taste amazing too but they really pack a punch visually. Especially with those plates. Love it.

    ~Cheryl
    https://snaps-of-ginger.blogspot.com/

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  4. martina says

    March 13, 2014 at 7:14 AM

    YUM YUM YUM!!!!

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  5. Kim @ Sand & Sisal says

    March 13, 2014 at 7:37 AM

    These look amazing! (And such gorgeous photos too!) Saving this recipe for sure!

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  6. kristins says

    March 13, 2014 at 8:44 AM

    THese look so good Heather!!! Vanessa, reminds me of the little desserts you had here in SD 🙂 This is the perfect Spring dessert!

    Reply
  7. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    March 13, 2014 at 9:11 AM

    Key Lime Pie is my very favorite ..Love these “shots” !!! Beautiful presentation!!

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  8. Maryann @ Domestically Speaking says

    March 13, 2014 at 10:17 AM

    YUM!!! I love key lime pie, so this is a must try!!

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  9. Angela @Unexpected Elegance says

    March 13, 2014 at 10:34 AM

    Heather, those look delicious!!! I gave up sweets until Easter, so they look extra yummy!! 😉

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  10. Jillene@inkhappi says

    March 13, 2014 at 4:57 PM

    Oh I am already in love with these and I haven’t even tried them yet! This is one pin I believe I will be trying though. Love key lime. Yum!! I’m a dish lover too, and your dishes are also to die for!

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  11. jelli says

    March 13, 2014 at 7:59 PM

    These look gorgeous! I’ve got to admit, I usually feel like I got the short end of the stick when served teensy desserts at restaurants, but these are really pretty and sound delish. Thanks for sharing.

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  12. Sarah Adams says

    March 14, 2014 at 3:04 AM

    I absolutely love anything key lime! Can’t wait to try!!! Looks so easy. I usually make mine from scratch. This looks great!! 🙂

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  13. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says

    March 14, 2014 at 4:35 PM

    Oh my, this sounds sooooooooooooooooooooo good. I will definitely make this. Hugs, Marty

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  14. Lolly Jane says

    March 14, 2014 at 5:23 PM

    Wish I could grab one through my computer screen! Mmm! Looks amazing, ladies!

    Reply
  15. Jennifer @ Town and Country Living says

    March 15, 2014 at 7:28 AM

    I love anything the flavor of Key Lime!! These are so pretty, too.

    Reply
  16. Bebe says

    March 17, 2014 at 2:22 PM

    Yummy! I live down here on the coast of Georgia and we love our key limes in everything. I like the small size treats ~ they look wonderful and I can’t wait to try them!
    Smiles, Bebe 🙂

    Reply

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