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Macadamia Key Lime Pie

This amazing Key Lime Pie is so simple to make and delicious! The shortbread crust is so much better than a graham cracker crust, making it extra special. I didn't create this recipe, it's from one of my favorite recipe sources Taste of Home, I am sharing it as a family favorite!
Servings: 1 pie
Author: Barbra-Sue

Ingredients

  • CRUST
  • 1 cup crushed shortbread cookie
  • 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • FILLING
  • one 8 ounce package cream cheese softened
  • one 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup key lime juice or lime juice
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream optional, used for garnish only
  • 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts for garnish
  • limes for garnish

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mix cookie crumbs, finely chopped macadamia nuts and sugar. Mix well.
  • Stir in butter.
  • Press into a 9 inch pie pan, working the crust up the sides of the pan.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sweetened condensed milk and lime juice. Mix until blended.
  • Transfer to crust.
  • Refrigerate, covered for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  • Optional. Beat heavy cream until soft peaks form. Pipe onto pie for garnish.
  • Garnish with fresh limes and coarsely chopped macadamia nuts.

Notes

Since there are only two of us, I prefer to make this pie in mini pie pans. This recipe will make 4 mini pies that can be frozen and used as needed.

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