Creamy Gluten-Free Key Lime Pie

Celiac.com 06/28/2023 - This recipe for Creamy Key Lime Pie delivers a perfect balance of sweet and tart, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. From the first bite to the last, you'll experience the zing of freshly squeezed key lime juice, and the silky smoothness of the filling, perfectly balanced with the gluten-free almond meal crust.

Whether you're hosting a summer gathering, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself to a slice of tropical paradise, this gluten-free Creamy Key Lime Pie is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It's a dessert that brings a burst of sunshine to any table and leaves a lasting impression on everyone lucky enough to savor it.

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Ingredients:

• 4 cups heavy whipping cream
• ¼ cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon coconut extract
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• ½ cup Key lime juice
• ¼ cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
• Sliced Key limes, optional
• Gluten-free almond meal crust (See recipe below)

Directions:
In a small bowl, mix crushed cookies and butter. 

Press onto bottom and up side of a greased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. 

Add confectioners' sugar and extract; beat until stiff peaks form.

In another large bowl, beat cream cheese, condensed milk and lime juice until blended.

Fold in 2 cups whipped cream.

Spoon into prepared crust.

Top with remaining whipped cream; sprinkle with toasted coconut.

Refrigerate until serving, at least 4 hours. If desired, garnish with sliced Key limes.

Gluten-Free Nut Crust

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup finely crushed almonds
• ¾ cup almond meal
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons butter, room temperature

Directions:
Heat oven to 300F. Place all nut crust ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix well.

Lightly coat the bottom and sides of a pie pan with oil. Pour the nut crust mixture into the pan.

Use the bottom of a measuring cup or glass to press the crumbs down into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the pan.

Place crust in oven and bake about 5 minutes, or until the crust is slightly browned. Remove and cool.