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This single serving Key Lime Pie is smooth, creamy, and full of bright citrus flavor. It’s made with a buttery graham cracker crust and a tangy lime filling, then chilled until perfectly set. A quick and easy dessert that feels special without the extra servings.
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“This recipe was just what I was looking for! A single key lime pie treat for myself. Very easy to make, delicious and satisfying.”
– Judy
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Perfectly Portioned: Just the right size for one.
- Simple to Make: Minimal ingredients and easy steps.
- Great Texture: Buttery crust with a smooth, creamy filling.
- Budget-Friendly: Made with basic, affordable ingredients.
If you love the tangy flavor of a classic Key Lime Pie, you’ve got to try this single serving version. It’s everything you want in a pie: refreshing, creamy, and packed with citrus flavor in a portion that’s just right for one person.
I make this recipe when I want something sweet that doesn’t take much time or effort. The buttery graham cracker crust pairs perfectly with the smooth lime filling, and a dollop of whipped cream on top makes it feel extra special.
Looking for more mini pie recipes? Try our small lemon meringue pie, mini coconut cream pie, single serving chocolate pie, and easy peanut butter pie recipe for one. Each is full of flavor and perfectly portioned.
Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this single serve key lime pie recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Graham Cracker Crumbs: These make up the crust base. Use graham crackers or substitute with gingersnaps, vanilla wafers, digestive biscuits (UK), or Arnott’s Granita biscuits (Australia). Leftovers? Use them in no-bake single serving cheesecake, baked s’mores dip, or single serve peanut butter pie.
- Egg Yolks: Provide the creamy texture in the filling. Save the egg whites for egg white recipes like single serving coconut macaroons or our small pavlova recipe.
- Lime Juice: Fresh lime or bottled both work. For classic flavor, use key lime juice if available.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: Sweetens and thickens the filling. Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months or use in single serving chocolate ice cream, small tres leches cake, small batch mint chocolate chip ice cream, or our small batch microwave fudge recipe.
See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
How To Make A Key Lime Pie
These photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make an individual key lime pie. See the recipe card below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
Make the Crust
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Crush 2 graham cracker sheets into fine crumbs using a rolling pin or food processor (you’ll get about ¼ cup).
- Transfer crumbs to a small bowl, add melted butter, and mix well.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 10-ounce ramekin.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then set aside to cool.
Make the Filling
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 egg yolks and 2 ½ tablespoons lime juice.
- Stir in ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk and whisk until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake for 15 minutes.
- Let cool at room temperature for 20 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
Top with homemade whipped cream before serving. Serve cold.
Expert Tips
- Crust Texture: Mix crumbs and butter until the mixture looks like wet sand.
- Whisk Well: Whisk the filling thoroughly for a smooth, lump-free texture.
- Check While Baking: Watch closely to avoid over-browning.
- Chill Time: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the pie set properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
A 10-ounce ramekin or similar-sized oven-safe dish is ideal.
Yes, make it up to 2 days in advance. Keep it covered and refrigerated.
The filling should be set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center. It will firm up as it cools.
Yes, simply double all the ingredients and use two 10-ounce ramekins or one 5×5-inch baking dish.
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Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder or you might like to consider using them in any of these single serving and small batch recipes:
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Mini Key Lime Pie
Equipment
Ingredients
For the Crust
- ¼ cup graham cracker crumbs (2 standard sheets of graham crackers)
- 1 tablespoon salted butter -melted
For the Filling
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 ½ tablespoons lime juice
- ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
For the Whipped Cream (optional)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Make the Crust
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Transfer crumbs to a small bowl, add melted butter, and mix well.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 10-ounce ramekin.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then set aside to cool.
Make the Filling
- In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolks and lime juice.
- Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and whisk until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake for 15 minutes.
- Let cool at room temperature for 20 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
Make the Whipped Cream
- Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla on medium speed until soft peaks form. The mixture will thicken, increase in volume, and look smooth. When you lift the beaters or whisk, the peaks should curl and gently fold back into the cream.Yields about ½ cup of whipped cream.
Notes
- Crust Texture: Mix crumbs and butter until the mixture looks like wet sand.
- Whisk Well: Whisk the filling thoroughly for a smooth, lump-free texture.
- Check While Baking: Watch closely to avoid over-browning.
- Chill Time: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the pie set properly.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
This looks so good! I’m going to have to try it soon.
One of my favorite desserts is key lime pie. The fact that I can whip this up just for myself when the craving hits is amazing!
If you use actual key limes, would you use the same amount listed for the limes?
Yes, use the same amount of lime juice.
This looks delicious and I love that you can make a single serving.
This is perfect! Sometimes you want a little treat, but don’t feel like making an entire dessert (because you’ll end up eating the whole thing!). I can’t wait to try this for Summer!
-Marissa
I love single serving desserts!
So easy! I love that I can have pie anytime!
Yum!
I’ll take this WHOLE dessert please!
I love single serve desserts! It’s so nice to be able to have a fancy dessert without having leftovers for days! I am so excited to try this!
This is genius!! I’ve been loving single serve desserts lately.