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No-Bake Key Lime Pie Dessert Jars

Refreshing, layered no-bake dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crumble, smooth key lime mousse, and whipped cream in a convenient mason jar.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 jars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Summer
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

Graham Cracker Crumble
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.33 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 pinch sea salt
Key Lime Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk 1 can
  • 0.5 cup key lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream whipped to stiff peaks
Topping & Garnish
  • 1 cup whipped cream sweetened
  • 2 tbsp caramel syrup for drizzling
  • 6 slices lime wedges for garnish

Equipment

  • Mason jars or small glasses
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Piping bag
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, salt, and melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
  2. In a separate chilled bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sweetened condensed milk and beat until combined.
  4. Mix in the key lime juice, vanilla extract, and lime zest. The mixture will thicken slightly.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the key lime mixture until fully incorporated and light.
  6. Press 2-3 tablespoons of the graham cracker crumble into the bottom of each mason jar.
  7. Pipe a thick layer of the key lime filling over the crumb base. Add another layer of crumbs and a drizzle of caramel if desired, then another layer of filling.
  8. Refrigerate the jars for at least 2 hours to set.
  9. Before serving, top generously with whipped cream, a caramel drizzle, extra graham crumbs, and a fresh lime wedge.

Notes

Jars can be assembled up to 3 days in advance (without the whipped cream topping) and stored in the refrigerator. Use a piping bag to keep the sides of your jars clean while layering.