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    In the Kitch » Recipes » Dessert

    Updated: Aug 31, 2024 · Published: Nov 27, 2019 by Joss Dyckson · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Electric Skillet Mini Key Lime Pies

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    Key lime pie on plate with text overlay that says 'Electric Skillet Pie'.
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    Key lime pie on plate with text overlay that says 'electric skillet mini key lime pies'.

    A craving for tart, luscious, authentic Key lime pie? Check. A preference for those cute little mini pies? Me too. An electric skillet? Wait, what? Yes, I'm serious, you can bake in an electric skillet.

    Despite its claim to fame as a superior pancake griddle or a deep fryer, the electric skillet also has the capability to act as a mini oven: enter this recipe for electric skillet key lime pie.

    Key lime pie on plate.

    If you're craving easy and delicious, homemade desserts, whip these delectable beauties up. Armed with only 6 ingredients, six mini pie molds, and an electric skillet, you'll be noshing your way to Key lime bliss in no time.

    It really comes as no surprise, but Key Lime is Florida's official state pie. You can visit the Key Lime Festival every year in Key West.

    I also have these chilled desserts you might like: grasshopper pie, iced lemon mousse and papaya cream. And if you don't have one yet, check out the best electric skillet.

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    • How to Make Electric Skillet Pie
    • Joss' Tips
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    Electric Skillet Pie Ingredients

    Electric skillet pie ingredients labeled.
    • graham cracker crumbs - You can use the box of crumbs from the grocery store or grind your own.
    • butter - You can use salted or unsalted. If it's salted, it can help enhance the flavor.
    • sweetened condensed milk - This is found in a can in the baking aisle of the grocery store.
    • egg yolks - Egg yolks play a crucial role in the preparation of a key lime pie. The proteins in the yolks coagulate when heated, which helps thicken the pie filling and give it a custard-like texture.
    • key lime juice - Key limes are also known as Mexican or West Indian limes and are smaller than the common limes. Their flavor is slightly more intense and floral. If you can't find key limes, you can substitute with regular limes--juiced. I always use freshly squeezed juice for this recipe.
    • lime zest - Optional topping.
    • meringue cookies - These are also an optional topping.

    *Check recipe card for ingredient amounts.

    How to Make Electric Skillet Pie

    Graham crumb and melted butter in dish with spoon.

    Step 1. Preheat and mix crumbs. Preheat electric skillet to 350ºF. Mix the Graham crumbs and the melted butter until well combined (it should still be a bit grainy).

    Graham cracker crust in mini tart pans.

    Step 2. Press crumbs. Press the crumbs into the bottom and up the sides of 6 individual, mini pie/tart molds.

    Baking rack in electric skillet.

    Step 3. Add baking rack. Place a small baking rack inside the electric skillet.

    Mini tart shells with graham cracker crust in electric skillet.

    Step 4. Bake pie crust. Place the mini pie molds on top and cook with the lid on for around 15 minutes. Let them cool.

    Key lime pie filling in bowl with whisk.

    Step 5. Make the filling. For the pie filling, mix the condensed milk and egg yolks with a whisk until well combined. Add the lime juice and lime zest and whisk together.

    Raw key lime pies getting filled on baking rack.

    Step 6. Add filling to crusts. Pour the lime pie filling into the cooled pie crusts.

    Raw key lime pies in electric skillet.

    Step 7. Bake. Return the tart pans to the electric skillet (on top of the rack) and bake with the lid on for about 25 minutes (until the center is set - but still jiggly).

    Baked mini key lime pies on baking rack.

    Step 8. Chill. Let them chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours.

    Key lime pie getting topped with broken meringue and lime slices.

    Step 9. Add toppings. Top with broken meringue cookies and lime zest. Serve the electric skillet pie!

    Key lime pie on plate with spoons on the side.

    Joss' Tips

    • Smooth crust. Getting the crust to lie smooth and with no cracks can be a challenge, but I've found that pressing it with a small measuring cup helps.
    • Baking rack alternative. If you don't have a small baking rack on hand that can fit in your skillet, you can use metal skewers or balls of foil and place them in the bottom of the skillet. This way the pie molds are not touching the bottom. Just be careful not to scratch the skillet with the skewers.
    • Don't jiggle the custard. Now I know it's tempting, but don't poke or jiggle the molds until after the three-hour setting period is over--even if they look like they've set enough--or else you risk unsightly sloshing, fingerprints, or holes. It'll be worth the wait once you sink your teeth into the rich custardy texture.
    • Garnish idea. Once they're ready to serve the electric skillet pie, you can also garnish each with a couple of candied limes for extra pizzazz.
    • Easy clean up. If you're unsure how to clean your electric frying pan afterwards, check out my tutorial for how to clean an electric skillet. I also have a tutorial with tips for how to use an electric skillet.

    Storage

    • Fridge: If for some odd reason they don't end up eaten right away, you can refrigerate them for up to 3 to 5 days. Cover them well.
    • Freezer: You can also freeze them after wrapping tightly with foil or plastic wrap and sliding into a freezer bag. They should be consumed within 6 months.
    • Thaw: Thaw in the refrigerator.
    Mini electric skillet key lime pies on plate and baking rack.

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    If you tried this 🍋‍🟩 Electric Skillet Pie Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how it went in the 📝 comments below. And please share the recipe!

    📋Recipe

    Key lime pie on plate topped with lime and broken meringue cookies.

    Electric Skillet Key Lime Pie

    Joss Dyckson
    If you're craving an easy and delicious dessert, whip these delectable, electric skillet key lime pies up. Armed with only six ingredients, six mini pie molds, and an electric skillet, you'll be noshing your way to Key lime bliss in no time.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 40 minutes mins
    Chill Time 3 hours hrs
    Total Time 3 hours hrs 50 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 416 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    For the Crust

    • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
    • ¼ cup butter - melted

    For the Pie Filling

    • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
    • 4 egg yolks
    • ½ cup key lime juice - you can substitute with regular limes if needed--juiced
    • 1 tablespoon lime zest

    For the Topping (Optional)

    • meringue cookies - broken into pieces
    • key limes - zested

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat electric skillet to 350ºF. Mix the Graham crumbs and the melted butter until well combined (it should still be a bit grainy).
    • Press the crumbs into the bottom and up the sides of 6 individual, mini pie/tart molds.
    • Place a small baking rack inside the electric skillet, place the mini pie molds on top and cook with the lid on for around 15 minutes. Let them cool. (See baking rack alternatives in the notes section.)
    • For the pie filling, mix the condensed milk and egg yolks with a whisk until well combined. Add the lime juice and lime zest and whisk together.
    • Pour the lime pie filling into the molds and return to the electric skillet (on top of the rack) and bake with the lid on for about 25 minutes (until the center is set - but still jiggly).
    • Let them chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours.
    • Top with broken meringue cookies and lime zest if desired and serve.

    Equipment

    • Electric Skillet
    • 6 mini pie molds (approximately 4")
    • Small baking rack

    Notes

    • If you don't have a small baking rack on hand, you can use metal skewers or balls of foil and place them in the skillet. This way the pie molds are not touching the bottom of the skillet. Just be careful not to scratch the skillet with the skewers.
    • Getting the crust to lie smooth and with no cracks can be a challenge, but I've found that pressing it with a small measuring cup helps.
    • Now I know it's tempting, but don't poke or jiggle the molds until after the three-hour setting period is over--even if they look like they've set enough--or else you risk unsightly sloshing, fingerprints, or holes.
    • Store leftover pie in the fridge for up to 3 to 5 days. Cover them well.
    • You can also freeze them after wrapping tightly with foil or plastic wrap and sliding into a freezer bag. They should be consumed within 6 months. Thaw in the refrigerator.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 416kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 9gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 174mgSodium: 299mgPotassium: 319mgFiber: 1gSugar: 41gVitamin A: 606IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 225mgIron: 1mg

    Nutrition information on In the Kitch is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It may not include toppings and/or sauces.

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