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Blackberry Lime Icebox Pie Recipe

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Blackberry Lime Icebox Pie is a refreshing no-bake dessert featuring a creamy lime filling swirled with sweet blackberries in a buttery graham cracker crust. This chilled pie is perfect for summertime gatherings or whenever you want a light, tangy, and sweet treat without turning on the oven.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Filling

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 cup blackberry preserves or blackberry puree

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted unsalted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Refrigerate the crust for 15 minutes to set firmly.
  2. Make the filling base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Gradually mix in the sweetened condensed milk, fresh lime juice, and lime zest with the cream cheese until fully combined and smooth.
  4. Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the lime mixture with a spatula to keep it light and airy without deflating it.
  5. Layer and swirl filling: Spread half of the filling into the prepared graham cracker crust. Spoon half of the blackberry preserves evenly over the filling and use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the preserves into the filling for a marbled effect.
  6. Finish the pie: Add the remaining filling on top, spreading it smoothly. Spoon the remaining blackberry preserves over the top and swirl again to create a decorative pattern.
  7. Chill the pie: Refrigerate the assembled pie for at least 4 hours before serving to allow it to set properly. For best results, chill overnight.

Notes

  • Garnish with fresh blackberries and lime slices before serving for an elegant presentation.
  • Chill the pie overnight to achieve the best texture and flavor melding.
  • Use fresh lime juice and zest for the best tartness and aroma.
  • If you prefer, substitute blackberry preserves with fresh blackberries blended into a puree.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

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