If you’re looking for your new summer dip, we’ve got you covered! This easy Key Lime Pie Dip comes together in minutes and doesn’t even require turning on the oven, just what we’re looking for when the temperatures outside soar. It’s the perfect combination of that beloved key lime flavor and rich cream cheese with just the right amount of sweetness. You’re bound to fall in love at first bite!
As we mentioned, this is a no-bake recipe and the preparation could not be easier. You’ll start out by whipping together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, half and half, and vanilla. Once that mixture is silky and smooth, add in the key lime juice, lime zest, and food coloring if you choose to use it. Spoon the mixture into your serving dish and pop it in the fridge until you’re ready to dig in. Top it all off with a bit more zest, a few lime slices, and a dusting of graham cracker crumbs right before serving. Easy as that, you have a stunning treat on your hands.
Whether you bring it to a pool party, summer picnic, or church potluck, this dip is sure to be the star of the show. Put it out with Nilla wafer, graham crackers, or fruit slices and let everyone dig in! Whip up this Key Lime Pie Dip for your next special occasion and you won’t be disappointed.
But, really, my kids have been begging me to get one of those plastic pools from the store and fill it up for them.
Sadly, the answer has been no.
I did have to laugh at the thought of two almost teenage (cringe) kiddos in a tiny plastic pool!
INGREDIENTS
- (2) 8oz packages cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup half and half
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 4 tablespoons key lime juice
- Zest of 2 lime
- 1-2 drop green food coloring (optional)
- Graham crackers or nilla wafers for serving
PREPARATION
- In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, half and half, and vanilla until fully combined.
- Mix in the key lime juice, zest, and food coloring.
- Transfer dip to the serving dish and chill until ready to serve.
- Garnish with additional lime zest, lime slices, and graham cracker crumbs if desired.
Pretty sure they weren’t thrilled with my dip instead of pool offering.
I personally think it’s a perfectly fair compromise.
This dip is so delicious….just give me a spoon and let me dive in, please.
It’s not overly sweet which I like. Key lime things are supposed to have a prominent tang in my book.
Best part about this dip? 10 minutes or less to put together. Boom. Snack time.
It makes a decent amount too, and no matter how badly you want to eat the entire bowl of silky goodness, you should probably share. Because, it’s gonna be your favorite dip to take to all of your summer cookouts and parties this year.