How to Make the Perfect Key Lime Pie Shake
American · Easy · 5 min · 2 servings
This creamy Key Lime Pie Shake blends tangy lime flavor with graham cracker sweetness for a refreshing dessert drink. A perfect homemade milkshake recipe that captures the classic Florida pie in a glass.
Why this recipe works
This Key Lime Pie Shake recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 5 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 480 calories with 8g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 5 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 3 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 3 tablespoons key lime juice
- 0.5 cup milk
- 4 sheets graham crackers crushed
- 2 tablespoons whipped cream
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Blend the shake
Add vanilla ice cream, key lime juice, and milk to a blender. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Step 2: Rim the glass
Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs and press the rim of each glass into the crumbs to coat.
Step 3: Pour and top
Pour the shake into prepared glasses, top with whipped cream, and sprinkle remaining graham cracker crumbs on top.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- key lime juice → regular lime juice or bottled lime juice
- vanilla ice cream → lime sherbet for extra tang
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using too much lime juice which makes the shake overly sour
- Not blending long enough resulting in a lumpy texture
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 480 calories, 8g protein, 62g carbs, 22g fat, 1g fiber.
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