{"id":51726,"date":"2024-02-19T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-19T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/?p=51726"},"modified":"2024-02-19T11:00:15","modified_gmt":"2024-02-19T16:00:15","slug":"key-lime-bars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/key-lime-bars\/","title":{"rendered":"Key Lime Bars"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>These <strong>Key Lime Bars<\/strong> taste like the classic pie, but in bar form! The filling is extra creamy thanks to the addition of cream cheese, and a dollop of whipped cream on top is the perfect finishing touch. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1360\" height=\"2040\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-6.jpg?resize=1360%2C2040&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Sliced key lime pie bars garnished with lime zest and dollops of whipped cream. \" class=\"wp-image-51711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-6.jpg?w=1360&amp;ssl=1 1360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-6.jpg?resize=340%2C510&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-6.jpg?resize=680%2C1020&amp;ssl=1 680w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-6.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-6.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-6.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-6.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-6.jpg?resize=150%2C225&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Calling all <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/classic-key-lime-pie\/\">key lime pie<\/a> lovers! These easy bars have the same sweet and tangy flavor as classic key lime pie, but they&#8217;re assembled in a square baking dish instead of a pie plate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They&#8217;re also extra creamy thanks to the cream cheese in the filling. The cream cheese helps the bars set up firmer and makes them easier to slice too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These bars are also sweet, tart, and bright in flavor and pair especially well with grilled entrees, hearty pasta salads, and other warm weather dishes. It&#8217;s the perfect easy dessert for your next holiday gathering, picnic, or potluck!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1360\" height=\"2040\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Ingredients-1.jpg?resize=1360%2C2040&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"An overhead view of the ingredients needed for homemade key lime bars. \" class=\"wp-image-52638\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Ingredients-1.jpg?w=1360&amp;ssl=1 1360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Ingredients-1.jpg?resize=340%2C510&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Ingredients-1.jpg?resize=680%2C1020&amp;ssl=1 680w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Ingredients-1.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Ingredients-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Ingredients-1.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Ingredients-1.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Ingredients-1.jpg?resize=150%2C225&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients You&#8217;ll Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The ingredients needed to make creamy key lime bars are almost identical to my classic key lime pie recipe, with a few minor modifications. Let&#8217;s review the main ingredients you&#8217;ll need to have: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Graham Cracker Crumbs: <\/strong>You can purchase pre-made graham cracker crumbs or full sheets of graham crackers that you&#8217;ll have to crush yourself. You&#8217;ll need 1 1\/2 cups total.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cream Cheese: <\/strong>You must use brick-style cream cheese for this recipe, full-fat is also best. Light cream cheese would be okay, but I do not recommend using fat-free or whipped cream cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Egg Yolks: <\/strong>This recipe uses five large egg yolks to thicken and add richness to these bars. You can save the egg whites for later or use them to make my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/pistachio-cake\/\">pistachio cake<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/coconut-cake\/\">coconut cake<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/white-cake-recipe\/\">white cake recipe<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sweetened Condensed Milk: <\/strong>Not to be confused with evaporated milk! Sweetened condensed milk is thick and syrupy in consistency and is very sweet. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Key Lime Juice: <\/strong>You may use fresh or bottled key lime juice. I typically use bottled since it&#8217;s easier.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1360\" height=\"2040\" data-id=\"52651\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-1.jpg?resize=1360%2C2040&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"The graham cracker crust mixture mixed together in a glass mixing bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-52651\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-1.jpg?w=1360&amp;ssl=1 1360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-1.jpg?resize=340%2C510&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-1.jpg?resize=680%2C1020&amp;ssl=1 680w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-1.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-1.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-1.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-1.jpg?resize=150%2C225&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1360\" height=\"2040\" data-id=\"52652\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-2.jpg?resize=1360%2C2040&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"A graham cracker crust pressed into an 8-inch square baking pan lined with parchment paper.\" class=\"wp-image-52652\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-2.jpg?w=1360&amp;ssl=1 1360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-2.jpg?resize=340%2C510&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-2.jpg?resize=680%2C1020&amp;ssl=1 680w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-2.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-2.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-2.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-2.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-2.jpg?resize=150%2C225&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Make Key Lime Bars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a mixing bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Firmly press the mixture into the bottom of a lined 8-inch square pan (I like to use the bottom of a measuring cup to firmly pack it down). Bake in a 350\u00baF oven for about 10 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly while you make the filling. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1360\" height=\"2040\" data-id=\"52653\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-3.jpg?resize=1360%2C2040&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"An overhead view of a cream cheese-egg mixture in a glass mixing bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-52653\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-3.jpg?w=1360&amp;ssl=1 1360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-3.jpg?resize=340%2C510&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-3.jpg?resize=680%2C1020&amp;ssl=1 680w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-3.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-3.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-3.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-3.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-3.jpg?resize=150%2C225&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1360\" height=\"2040\" data-id=\"52654\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-4.jpg?resize=1360%2C2040&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"An overhead view of key lime pie filling in a glass mixing bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-52654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-4.jpg?w=1360&amp;ssl=1 1360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-4.jpg?resize=340%2C510&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-4.jpg?resize=680%2C1020&amp;ssl=1 680w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-4.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-4.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-4.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-4.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bar-Step-4.jpg?resize=150%2C225&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n<li>In a large mixing bowl, or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the egg yolks and beat until well combined. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, add the key lime juice and sweetened condensed milk and mix until fully combined. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1360\" height=\"2040\" data-id=\"52655\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-5.jpg?resize=1360%2C2040&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"An overhead view of unbaked key lime bars in a square baking dish. \" class=\"wp-image-52655\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-5.jpg?w=1360&amp;ssl=1 1360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-5.jpg?resize=340%2C510&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-5.jpg?resize=680%2C1020&amp;ssl=1 680w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-5.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-5.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-5.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-5.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-5.jpg?resize=150%2C225&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1360\" height=\"2040\" data-id=\"52656\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-6.jpg?resize=1360%2C2040&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"An overhead view of baked key lime bars in a square baking dish. \" class=\"wp-image-52656\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-6.jpg?w=1360&amp;ssl=1 1360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-6.jpg?resize=340%2C510&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-6.jpg?resize=680%2C1020&amp;ssl=1 680w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-6.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-6.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-6.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-6.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-Step-6.jpg?resize=150%2C225&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"5\">\n<li>Pour the filling over the cooled graham cracker crust and smooth it out into an even layer. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bake at 325\u00baF for 35 to 40 minutes or until the edges are set but the center is still a little jiggly. Let the bars cool on your counter for about 2 hours, then transfer to the fridge to chill. Once the bars have chilled, you can lift them out of the pan, then slice and serve. I personally love to top mine with some homemade <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/homemade-whipped-cream\/\">whipped cream<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1360\" height=\"2040\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-4.jpg?resize=1360%2C2040&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"An overhead view of sliced key lime pie bars topped with whipped cream. \" class=\"wp-image-51709\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-4.jpg?w=1360&amp;ssl=1 1360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-4.jpg?resize=340%2C510&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-4.jpg?resize=680%2C1020&amp;ssl=1 680w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-4.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-4.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-4.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-4.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-4.jpg?resize=150%2C225&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1701877032738\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can the bars be made with regular lime juice? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you may use regular lime juice instead of key lime juice if that&#8217;s what you have on hand. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1701877053591\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is it okay to use bottled lime juice to make the bars? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you may use fresh or bottled key lime juice. I often use bottled key lime juice because it&#8217;s faster and easier. I recommend the brand <a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+KrQts5Ps-_nvaX_EqyF-Bg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Nellie and Joe\u2019s<\/a> if you&#8217;re looking for a high-quality bottled key lime juice. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1701877115487\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do the bars need to be refrigerated? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, after the bars have cooled on your countertop they need to be refrigerated until you&#8217;re ready to serve them. Leftovers must also be refrigerated since the filling is an egg-rich custard. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1701877163694\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can you freeze key lime pie bars?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Absolutely! Once the bars have cooled completely, wrap them tightly with plastic wrap and freeze in a large freezer bag for up to 3 months. When you&#8217;re ready to enjoy, place them in the fridge to thaw overnight.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1360\" height=\"2040\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-1.jpg?resize=1360%2C2040&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"A close-up view of a key lime bar with a bite missing, showing how creamy its filling is. \" class=\"wp-image-51706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-1.jpg?w=1360&amp;ssl=1 1360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-1.jpg?resize=340%2C510&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-1.jpg?resize=680%2C1020&amp;ssl=1 680w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-lightmint-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Baking Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make sure that your cream cheese is at room temperature before you mix the filling together. If you forgot to set it out or need to soften it fast, I have a post on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/how-to-soften-cream-cheese\/\">how to soften cream cheese<\/a> quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may use either key lime or regular lime juice to make the filling. The flavor will be slightly different, but the bars will still be delicious! <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be careful to not overcook the filling; you&#8217;ll know it&#8217;s done when the edges are set but the center still wobbles slightly when you gently shake the pan. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To slice the bars cleanly, use a sharp chef&#8217;s knife and wipe the knife clean with some damp paper towels between cuts. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-video-container-51730\" class=\"wprm-recipe-video-container\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-video\"><div class=\"mv-video-target mv-video-id-bazw68izmwajg2qvmlys\" data-video-id=\"bazw68izmwajg2qvmlys\" data-ratio=\"16:9\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-51730\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"51730\" data-servings=\"16\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-custom\"><div class=\"wprm-container-float-right\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-9s.jpg?fit=200%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-200x200 size-200x200\" alt=\"Several sliced key lime pie bars topped with whipped cream.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-9s.jpg?w=1360&amp;ssl=1 1360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-9s.jpg?resize=340%2C340&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-9s.jpg?resize=680%2C680&amp;ssl=1 680w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-9s.jpg?resize=250%2C250&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-9s.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-9s.jpg?resize=500%2C500&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-9s.jpg?resize=170%2C170&amp;ssl=1 170w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-9s.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-9s.jpg?resize=560%2C560&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-9s.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Key-Lime-Pie-Bars-9s.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-head\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-uppercase\">Key Lime Bars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-top-bottom wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 1.5px;border-style: solid;border-color: #3e4146;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1.5px;border-style: solid;border-color: #3e4146;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-italic wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1.5px;border-style: solid;border-color: #3e4146;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-italic wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">50<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-custom-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1.5px;border-style: solid;border-color: #3e4146;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-italic wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">Cooling Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-hours\">6<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1.5px;border-style: solid;border-color: #3e4146;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-italic wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">7<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\t\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Key lime bars taste like the classic pie, but in bar form! The filling is extra creamy thanks to the addition of cream cheese, and a dollop of whipped cream on top is the perfect finishing touch. 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wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-51730 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-disabled wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"51730\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">16<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">bars<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-51730-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"51730\" data-servings=\"16\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Graham Cracker Crust<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 \u00bd&#032;cups&#032;crushed graham cracker crumbs&#032;(180 grams)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">crushed graham cracker crumbs<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(180 grams)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u2153&#032;cup&#032;granulated sugar&#032;(70 grams)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u2153<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(70 grams)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;6&#032;tablespoons&#032;unsalted butter&#032;melted and slightly cooled (85 grams)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">6<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">melted and slightly cooled (85 grams)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Key Lime Pie Filling<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4&#032;ounces&#032;brick-style cream cheese&#032;softened (113 grams)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounces<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">brick-style cream cheese<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">softened (113 grams)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;5&#032;large egg yolks&#032;at room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">5<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large egg yolks<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">at room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;(14-ounce) cans &#032;sweetened condensed milk\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">(14-ounce) cans <\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">sweetened condensed milk<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;cup&#032;key lime or regular lime juice&#032;(240 ml; I use bottled juice)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">key lime or regular lime juice<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(240 ml; I use bottled juice)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Optional Topping<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;Homemade Whipped Cream\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/homemade-whipped-cream\/\">Homemade Whipped Cream<\/a><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep wprm-toggle-switch-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-1548473688\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-1548473688\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\" \/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"width: 40px;height: 20px;margin-top: -10px;background-color: #cccccc;border-radius: 10px;\"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"margin-left: 50px;\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-51730-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"51730\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Instructions<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #3e4146\"><\/div>&nbsp;<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51730-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>To make the graham cracker crust: <\/strong>Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F (177\u00b0C).<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51730-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving some overhang for easy removal, and set aside.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51730-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar in a mixing bowl and mix until well combined. Add the melted butter and stir until fully combined and all of the crumbs are moistened.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51730-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Scoop the mixture into the prepared pan and firmly press it down into one even layer. I prefer to use the bottom of a measuring cup to help press the crust into the pan.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51730-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool for 10 minutes while you make the filling.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51730-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Reduce the oven temperature to 325\u00b0F (163\u00b0C).<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51730-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>To make the key lime pie filling:<\/strong> In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a large mixing bowl using a handheld mixer, beat the cream cheese on low-medium speed until smooth. Add the egg yolks and continue mixing until fully combined, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51730-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Mix in the sweetened condensed milk until well combined, then mix in the key lime juice until fully combined. If needed, use a rubber spatula to turn the filling a few times to make sure everything is thoroughly mixed together.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51730-step-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Pour the filling into the slightly cooled graham cracker crust and smooth it out into one even layer.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51730-step-0-9\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the edges of the filling are set, but the center is still slightly jiggy.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51730-step-0-10\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack at room temperature, about 2 hours. Once cooled, cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the bars are thoroughly chilled and firm.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51730-step-0-11\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Top with whipped cream before slicing and serving or refrigerate until ready to serve.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"recipe-meta-bottom\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine:  <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-uppercase\">American<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course:  <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-uppercase\">Dessert<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author:  <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-uppercase\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/about\/\" target=\"_self\">Danielle Rye<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-call-to-action wprm-call-to-action-simple\" style=\"color: 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srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mini-Key-Lime-Pies-10.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mini-Key-Lime-Pies-10.jpg?resize=250%2C250&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mini-Key-Lime-Pies-10.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mini-Key-Lime-Pies-10.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mini-Key-Lime-Pies-10.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mini-Key-Lime-Pies-10.jpg?resize=500%2C500&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mini-Key-Lime-Pies-10.jpg?resize=170%2C170&amp;ssl=1 170w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mini-Key-Lime-Pies-10.jpg?resize=340%2C340&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mini-Key-Lime-Pies-10.jpg?resize=680%2C680&amp;ssl=1 680w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mini-Key-Lime-Pies-10.jpg?resize=560%2C560&amp;ssl=1 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/>    \t\t\t\t\t\n    \t            <h3 class=\"title\">Mini Key Lime Pies<\/h3>\n    \t        <\/a>\n               \n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"item\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/classic-key-lime-pie\/\">\n    \t                \t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Key-Lime-Pie-NEW-7s.jpg?resize=250%2C250&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Key-Lime-Pie-NEW-7s.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Key-Lime-Pie-NEW-7s.jpg?resize=340%2C340&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Key-Lime-Pie-NEW-7s.jpg?resize=680%2C680&amp;ssl=1 680w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Key-Lime-Pie-NEW-7s.jpg?resize=250%2C250&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Key-Lime-Pie-NEW-7s.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Key-Lime-Pie-NEW-7s.jpg?resize=500%2C500&amp;ssl=1 500w, 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