No-Bake Key Lime Pie Parfaits in Jars

Key lime pie is forever linked to the Florida Keys, where the tiny tart citrus defined a creamy classic. These no-bake jar parfaits stack buttery graham crumbs under a lush cream-cheese and key-lime filling.

Serves 6 · 25 min prep

Estimate for one serving

• 450 cal
• 7g protein
• 46g carbs
• 28g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup key lime juice
• 1 tbsp key lime zest
• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 3 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup fresh raspberries or lime zest curls for garnish

Instructions

1. 1In a small bowl toss the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter and granulated sugar until every crumb is coated and the mixture clumps lightly when squeezed.
2. 2Set out six 8-ounce jars or clear glasses. Spoon a generous layer of the buttered crumbs into the bottom of each jar and press gently with the back of a spoon to form a base.
3. 3In a medium bowl beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until completely smooth and free of lumps, about 1 minute.
4. 4Add the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and key lime zest. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is thick, glossy, and uniformly pale green-tinged, scraping the bowl once.
5. 5In a separate chilled bowl whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to stiff peaks. Fold half of the whipped cream gently into the key-lime cream-cheese mixture to lighten it; reserve the remaining whipped cream for topping.
6. 6Spoon or pipe a thick layer of the key-lime filling over the graham base in each jar, filling them two-thirds full. Tap the jars lightly on the counter to settle the filling.
7. 7Top each parfait with a swirl of the reserved whipped cream. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours so the crumbs soften slightly and the flavors marry.
8. 8Just before serving, garnish with a few fresh raspberries or thin lime zest curls. Serve cold with long spoons so guests can dig through every creamy, crunchy layer.