Welcome summer with this delicious tart and tangy treat! These Gluten Free Key Lime Bars pack all the tangy punch of a classic key lime bar without a trace of gluten. Perfect for summer picnics, dinner parties with the family, or whenever you need a citrusy pick-me-up, this easy recipe will have everyone wondering how you made something so irrestible. Lets dive into the details of this treat, so you can whip them up in no time!
Why These Are the Best Gluten Free Key Lime Bars
You don't need fancy equipment or hard-to-find ingredients; for this Key lime bars recipe, you can keep it nice and simple. But the taste of these bars is the farthest thing from simple. This gluten free graham-style crust boasts a rich, buttery flavor and a crisp texture. Even novice bakers will nail the perfect set of key lime pie bars on their first go. Keep reading below to learn exactly what you'll need to make your new favorite summer treat!
Ingredients List!
Graham Cracker Crust:
1 Package Gluten Free Graham Crackers (I used Schar Honey Grahams)
Butter
Granulated Sugar
Key Lime Filling:
Lime Juice
Sweetened Condensed Milk, can use condensed coconut for dairy free.
Cream Cheese, can use dairy free cream cheese.
Zest of Two Limes
OPTIONAL: Whipped Cream for the top!
If you love this gluten free dessert recipe, I think you'll also love this Gluten Free Strawberry Crisp (Made Without Oats) and this Easy Gluten Free Peach Cobbler Skillet Recipe
Steps on How to Make This Recipe for Key Lime Bars
Now that we have all that we need, it's time to get to baking! While the prep time is very quick, keep in mind I recommend leaving 4 hours aside to cool your key lime filling.
With that being said, let's start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees. For the graham cracker crust using a food processer, pulse the graham cracker until you have crumbs. No worries if you do not have a food processer, crumbling up the graham crackers can be done by hand or with a mallet. Once you have your crumbs combine your sugar and melted butter, then spread the crust at the bottom of an 8 x 8 pan. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown!
While the crust cools off, start making you key lime filling. All you need to start with is a bowl! Add cream cheese to your mixing bowl and beat it until smooth. Next pour in both cans of sweetned condensed milk, the lime juice and lime zest. Once again mix until smooth then pour the mixture over your cooled graham cracker crust.
Finally, bake for another 10 minutes and let pan cool in the fridge for 4 hours before serving. This ensures your key lime bars will stay in their shape and have a cool and refreshing taste perfect for summer!
And Just Like That...
You have made your very own Gluten Free Key Lime Bars! I hope you and whoever you share this delicious treat with enjoys and come back for more tasty and easy gluten free dessert recipes.
If you've tried this recipe, please leave a comment below and tag me on Instagram @thrivingglutenfree with pictures of your creation! Below is where you can find the entire recipe. I hope you enjoy, and come back soon for more easy and delicious gluten-free recipes to try!
Let's Bake!
Gluten Free Key Lime Bars
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Using a food processor, pulse the graham crackers until you have crumbs. Then combine with the sugar and melted butter and press into an 8x8 baking pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes until crust is golden. Allow to cool before filling.
- Add cream cheese to a mixing bowl and beat well until smooth.
- Pour in both cans of sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and lime zest. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the filling over the graham cracker crust and bake for 10 minutes. After baking, allow to cool then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Natalia Pinska says
Hi are you able to put exact measurements for every ingredient because it isn’t clearly listed. Eg. ( how many ml of condensed milk? ) thanks!
Thriving Gluten Free says
Hey Natalia, all of the ingredient amounts are listed in the recipe box. The can of condensed milk should be 14oz each. Hope this helps, and reach out if you need anything else.