Copycat Kermit's Key Lime Pie Recipe - Recipes.net (2024)

If you happen to crave for some key lime pie, you’d be directed to the state of Florida Keys. It was even declared as an important symbol during the mid-’90s. Though the humble beginnings of key lime pie are still up for debate, it didn’t stop the locals from making their own version of the dish. Kermit’s Key West Key Lime Pie became a town favorite for their mouth-watering pies. So, for this recipe, we’ll be teaching you how to make a Copycat Kermit’s Key Lime Pie recipe.

Key lime juice mixed with creamy condensed milk results in a sweet and tangy flavor. The graham cracker crust holds it all together with dollops of whipped cream on top. When making key lime pie, we highly recommend buying key lime juice. Juicing the fruits on your own might take up too much time and effort.

And yes, don’t mistake key limes for regular limes! They’re way smaller in size but have a bold, floral aroma. They appear slightly yellow and contain more seeds. Taste-wise, key limes are bitter and tarter than the common Persian lime. Key lime’s refreshing acidic punch and aromatic fragrance make it the ideal choice of lime for desserts.

Of course, this mouthwatering dessert wouldn’t be complete without an array of drinks. Check out our Raspberry Lemonade Floats recipe for a family-friendly drink. Both these recipes are a creative touch to any citrus fruit you might have lying around your kitchen. So, grab your limes, and let’s start baking!

How do I make candied lime?

Prep your limes by slicing them into thin rounds. In a saucepan, combine ¾ cups of water, 1 cup of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of lime juice. Dissolve the sugar in medium heat and toss in your limes. Let it simmer for 15 minutes and place it on a non-stick baking sheet. Pour extra syrup in each slice and store them in an airtight container. Place them in the freezer and you can easily grab the slices when you’re ready to use them.

Can I substitute Kermit’s key lime juice with regular key lime juice?

Yes! However, remember that we’re making a copycat recipe. It wouldn’t be Kermit’s key lime pie without their specialty juice. Using a regular key lime juice would just make it a classic key lime pie.