Description
Key Lime Pie Dip is a creamy and tangy dessert dip that captures the flavors of traditional key lime pie, making it a perfect summer treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Graham cracker crumbs, for topping
- Lime wedges, for garnish (optional)
- Fresh whipped cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined and fluffy.
- Add the sour cream, key lime juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top for garnish.
- Chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve with additional graham crackers, fruit, or pretzels for dipping. Optionally, garnish with lime wedges and a dollop of fresh whipped cream.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
- Add a few drops of green food coloring for a more vibrant key lime color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg