Lime Pie Mousse is a delightful and refreshing dessert that captures the zesty and tangy flavors of limes in a light and airy mousse texture. This dessert combines the classic taste of key lime curd with a graham cracker crust, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The individual lime pie bites, encased in silicone molds, make for a visually appealing and portable treat that is perfect for any occasion.

The origins of Lime Pie Mousse can be traced back to the classic Key Lime Pie, which is believed to have originated in the Florida Keys in the late 1800s. Key Lime Pie is a cherished dessert made from the juice of small and tart key limes, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks, baked in a graham cracker crust.

The transition from the traditional baked pie to a mousse-like dessert likely came about as cooks experimented with different ways to present the flavors of Key Lime Pie. By incorporating whipped cream and gelatin, they achieved a smooth and velvety texture, creating the Lime Pie Mousse we know today.

The use of silicone molds not only provides a convenient serving size but also gives the dessert a modern and elegant twist. Lime Pie Mousse, with its light and refreshing taste, became popular among those looking for a unique and visually appealing dessert.

Today, Lime Pie Mousse continues to captivate dessert enthusiasts with its delicious blend of tangy lime, sweet curd, and creamy mousse. It’s a perfect treat for summer gatherings, parties, or whenever a burst of citrusy goodness is desired.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 recipe graham cracker crust
• 1 cup chilled juice blend (preferably lime juice)
• 1 teaspoon powdered gelatin
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
• 1 recipe key lime curd, chilled
• Silicone ice cube molds

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Place three silicone molds on a baking sheet.
2. Place half of the graham cracker crust mixture in an 8×8 baking dish and press it down until smooth.
3. Divide the remaining graham cracker crust mixture between the silicone molds, pressing the crumbs firmly into each square. Bake the sheet of molds and the 8×8 baking dish in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the sides are golden brown. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.
4. Crumble up the 8×8 pan of graham cracker crust and set it aside.
5. Pour the 1 cup of Chilled Juice Blend into a small bowl.
6. Sprinkle the powdered gelatin over the juice and allow it to soak for 5 minutes.
7. Scoop about 1 cup of the key lime curd into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds.
8. Microwave the gelatin mixture for 10 seconds, then pour it into the bowl of warm lime curd. Mix together quickly with a rubber spatula.
9. Pour the gelatin mixture into the remaining bowl of lime curd and quickly stir them together. Pour the mixture over the whipped cream in a large mixing bowl. Gently but quickly fold the curd into the whipped cream.
10. Spoon the mousse into the silicone molds over the baked graham cracker crust.
11. Sprinkle the crumbled graham cracker over the mousse in each mold. Refrigerate the molds for 4-5 hours or until the mousse is firm.
12. To remove the Lime Pie Bites from the molds, pull at the sides of the silicone molds until they pull away from the mousse. Press the bottoms of the molds up to pop out each Lime Pie Bite. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Enjoy the delightful and refreshing Lime Pie Mousse, a perfect balance of flavors and textures in each little bite! It’s an exquisite treat that will leave your taste buds craving for more.