Mini Key Lime Pies

The flavor is pretty similar to the traditional Mexican dessert, and because they are frozen, they are amazing for a quick treat. These mini pies a super healthy snack or dessert and are super simple!

Mini Key Lime Pies [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Ingredients

To Make the Crust:

• 1 cup pecan halves, lightly toasted
• 10 dried dates, pitted
• Pinch of salt

To Make the Filling: 

• 1 cup unsalted cashews, soaked overnight, drained and rinsed
• Zest of one lime
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
• 3 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• Pinch of salt

Preparation

To Make the Crust:

1. Line 10 muffin tins with parchment paper, silicone molds, or muffin liners.
2. Process pecans and dates in a food processor until the mixture has the consistency of a sticky paste.
3. Take one tablespoon and press into each muffin liners, use the back of the spoon to press down and get a uniform top. Freeze for 1 hour.

To Make the Filling: 

1. Add the cashews, zest, lime juice, coconut oil, vanilla, maple syrup, almond milk, and salt to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until creamy and smooth.
2. Remove the muffin tins from the freezer. Pour the cashew mixture into muffin tins and smooth with the back of a spoon. Freeze for 2 hours or until firm.
3. Remove from the freezer for 10-15 minutes to thaw before serving. You can top with lime zest.

https://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-recipe/mini-key-lime-pies-gluten-free/