The Key lime is mostly known for the ever famous pie that most people know and love, but Key limes can be used in so many ways and with this list of 14 Key Lime Recipes, you will find all kinds of ways to use them. On top of fun ways to use them in various types of pies, you will also find that there are so many twists on the Key lime pie idea that you won’t run out of ways to enjoy this fun and tangy fruit.
Key limes are almost like regular limes although you may be surprised to know they are much smaller. Since Key limes are the star of this post, let’s look at some ways to enjoy them as well as the best ways to store and purchase them.
How to buy Key Limes
Many fruits marketed as Key limes are actually not Key limes at all. This can lead one to wonder if they are buying genuine Key limes to begin with. A true Key lime is not the bright or dark green you think they are, but rather a light green to yellow, is small in size and if you smell it, the rind will smell somewhat piney. Because Key limes are so rare to find anymore, you can get limes that are typically grown in Mexico that are close to what a key lime tastes like. These are called Creole limes. To get real Key limes, you may actually only be able to find them in the keys of Florida, or if you are lucky, buy them online. One way to also get Key lime flavor for recipes is to buy the juice as well.
How to Store Key Limes
To get the best flavor try to use up the limes as soon as possible, within 2 weeks. If you don’t think you will be able to, it is best to juice them and freeze. To do this, simply slice them in half and juice them. Store the juice in ice cube trays until frozen and then remove them from the trays and place in bags.
14 Key Lime Recipes
I have never mastered the macaroon, but these Key Lime Pie Macaroons from Berry Lovely look like they might be perfect for giving it a shot.
Key Limes are not just for desserts! This recipe for Key Lime Grilled Chicken Taco Skewers from Whitney Bond look delicious!
I would love to try these Creamy Key Lime Chicken Enchiladas from Pillsbury, too. I bet they taste similar to Tacos El Pastor.
Chocolate, Chocolate and More has a fun recipe for Key Lime Pound Cake that sounds divine.
Delicious by Dre has a new spin on Key lime pie with these Key Lime White Chocolate Cookies.
You won’t believe how creamy this Avocado Key Lime Cheesecake is with absolutely no dairy by Bare Root Girl.
Check out these awesome Key Lime Pie Energy Bites from Be Whole, Be You.
Make this easy Key Lime Pie Dip for graham crackers from Recipes for our Daily Bread next time you have some friends over for a simple crowd pleasing snack.
This Key Lime Vegan Ice Cream from The Roasted Root sounds absolutely mouth watering and perfect as the days will start to get warmer soon!
I love new ways to use my cooking equipment so this Pressure Cooker Key Lime Pie from Pressure Cooking Today sounds like it would be great to try.
Maebells has a simple little snack made with key limes. Wander over and check out their recipe for Key Lime Pie Stuffed Strawberries.
This Paleo Key Lie Pie Smoothie from Cook Eat Paleo sounds like a refreshing way to start any day.
Little Spice Jar features a delicious sounding dessert called Key Lime Pie Bars that would be perfect to share.
Make a classic Key Lime Pie with this recipe right here in Premeditated Leftovers.
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