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    Key Lime Pie Shots

    Jun 6, 2023 · Leave a Comment

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    If you love key lime pie as I do, you absolutely need these key lime pie shots in your life. They are the perfect balance of sweet, sour and so perfect for summer. Plus, I'm including the martini directions below, too!

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    Youโ€™ll love these key lime pie shots.

    They're easy to make. With just 3 ingredients, key lime juice, whipped cream vodka, and Rumchata, these key lime pie shooters are so easy to whip together for any summer party. They'll be an absolute hit, too!

    They're delicious. Take your favorite summertime dessert, key lime pie, and put it into a cocktail. Say less! This recipe will for sure be on your summer rotation.

    It can be easily turned into a martini or Jell-O Shots.ย โ€‹Not a huge fan of shots? Don't worry! I'm including instructions on how to make these key lime pie shots into a martini or Jell-O shots!

    These key lime pie shots are so perfect for summer.

    What's the difference between a key lime and a regular lime?

    One of the biggest differences is the size of regular limes vs. key limes. Key limes are smaller and regular limes are larger. Once you slice into each of the limes, you'll find that key limes is more yellow in color, has thinner skins, and more seeds than a regular lime. For comparison, the average lime weighs about 3 ounces, whereas a key lime weighs about 1 ounce. So, 3 key limes typically make up 1 lime.

    Can you substitute regular limes for key limes?

    You can substitute regular limes for key limes. Sometimes key limes are hard to find in grocery stores, so if that is the case, you can absolutely use regular lime juice instead.ย 

    These key lime pie shooters are so perfect for summer.

    Ingredients

    Key Lime Juice. Key limes could be difficult to find in the United States, so, if you can't find any, don't worry! You can still make this recipe with regular limes. That's why I included the measurements in ounces, rather than a number of lines. However, you absolutely need to use fresh lime juice. No fake lime juice!

    Whipped Cream Vodka. This really adds the perfect amount of sweetness paired with Rumchata, the whipped cream vodka is an absolute must for this key lime pie shot recipe. 

    Rumchata. The Rumchata is necessary for a hint of creaminess to mimic this creamy dessert, but also the bit of cinnamon adds such a great flavor to the shot recipe. 

    Whipped Cream. I love topping these shots with whipped cream, I feel as though it's a necessity given each slice of key lime pie is topped with a big dollop of whipped cream or Cool Whip. 

    Graham Crackers. โ€‹To add another layer of similarities between key lime pie and these shots, I highly recommend adding what I call the "graham cracker crust" aka a graham cracker rim.

    How to make key lime pie shots

    It is so easy to make one of my favorite desserts into this delicious cocktail recipe. 

    1. Break up ยฝ a graham cracker into fine crumbs on a plate.
    2. Get out 2 shooter glasses and using a lime, rim the shot glasses, and dip the rim of the shot glasses into your graham cracker crumbs. Set your shot glasses aside. 
    3. In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz whipped cream vodka, 1 oz Rumchata, and 1 oz key lime juice. 
    4. Add ice and shake until shaker is frosted. 
    5. Strain into your shot glasses, top with whipped cream, lime zest, and more graham cracker crumbs.ย 
    These key lime pie shots are perfect for summer

    Can you make this into a key lime martini?

    Absolutely! The recipe above makes 2 shots, but if you want to make this into a martini, I recommend using those measurements for 1 drink. Follow the instructions above, and rim your martini glass with graham cracker crumbs, shake up your ingredients, and strain it into your glass.

    Can these shots be made ahead of time?

    I would recommend not making these ahead of time, or if you really wanted to, you could mix together the key lime juice and whipped cream vodka. I avoid mixing anything creamy ahead of time. 

    FAQ

    Can I make these into Jell-O Shots?

    You sure can! Jello shots aren't necessarily a 1:1 variation like the martini version is, so I recommend following this recipe.

    What is a key lime shooter in Key West?

    โ€‹It's an alcoholic shot that's a combination of key lime juice, whipped cream vodka, and Rumchata.

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    You'll absolutely need a cocktail shaker for these key lime pie shots, and so many other recipes. 

    You'll also want to make sure you have shot glasses, of course! I love these adorable mason jars. 

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    These key lime pie shots are perfect for summer

    Key Lime Pie Shots

    If you love key lime pie as I do, you absolutely need these key lime pie shots in your life. They are the perfect balance of sweet, sour and so perfect for summer. Plus, I'm including the martini directions below, too!
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Course cocktails, happy hour
    Servings 2 shots

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 oz whipped cream vodka
    • 1 oz Rumchata
    • 1 oz key lime juice

    Instructions
     

    • Break up ยฝ a graham cracker into fine crumbs on a plate.
    • Get out 2 shooter glasses and using a lime, rim the shot glasses, and dip the rim of the shot glasses into your graham cracker crumbs. Set your shot glasses aside.
    • In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz whipped cream vodka, 1 oz Rumchata, and 1 oz key lime juice.
    • Add ice and shake until shaker is frosted.
    • Strain into your shot glasses, top with whipped cream, lime zest, and more graham cracker crumbs.

    Notes

    Can you make this into a key lime martini?

    Absolutely! The recipe above makes 2 shots, but if you want to make this into a martini, I recommend using those measurements for 1 drink. Follow the instructions above, and rim your martini glass with graham cracker crumbs, shake up your ingredients, and strain it into your glass.

    Can these shots be made ahead of time?

    I would recommend not making these ahead of time, or if you really wanted to, you could mix together the key lime juice and whipped cream vodka. I avoid mixing anything creamy ahead of time.ย 
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