key lime tartlets

Categories
Desserts
Yield
2 Servings
MeasureIngredient
2 Inch Gingersnap Cookies
Sheets Graham Crackers
1 tablespoon Butter; Melted
Egg Yolks
½ cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
¼ cup Key Lime Juice; (See Note)
  Grated Peel Of 1 Lime
  Whipped Cream; Optional

Crush gingersnaps and graham crackers in food processor or by hand to a fine crumb. Place in bowl and stir in melted butter. Press mixture on bottom and halfway up sides of 2 (4-inch diameter) tart pans with removable bottoms. Bake at 350 degrees for 5 minutes. Set aside while preparing filling.

Beat together egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk and lime juice in bowl.

Stir in lime peel. Gently pour mixture into tart pans on baking sheet.

Bake tarts at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes or until firm. Remove from oven. Chill 2 to 3 hours. If desired, serve with whipped cream.

NOTES : If Key limes aren't available, use Persian limes.

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