Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt
- 1 can (14 oz / 397g) sweetened condensed milk, chilled
- 1/2 cup (120ml) Key lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp (6g) Key lime zest
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- 12 small lime slices or wedges for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions:
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of each silicone liner using a small spoon or the back of a measuring cup until the base is compacted and flat. Note: Press hard so the crust doesn't crumble when biting
- Beat the chilled sweetened condensed milk and lime zest together until the mixture is smooth and fragrant.
- Slowly whisk in the Key lime juice until the mixture begins to thicken and look glossy.
- In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream to soft peaks. Gently fold it into the lime mixture using a spatula until no white streaks remain. Note: Don't overmix or you'll lose the air bubbles
- Transfer the filling into a piping bag. Pipe the mixture into each mini crust, filling them nearly to the brim.
- Place the tin in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours until the filling feels firm to a light touch.
- Gently lift the pies out of the silicone liners.
- Garnish each with a dollop of whipped cream, a lime slice, and a mint leaf.