Mojito Delight Pie
Experience the refreshing fusion of flavors with our Mojito Delight Pie, a delightful twist on the classic Key Lime Pie. This lower-fat version combines zesty key lime juice with fresh mint and creamy sweetened condensed milk, yielding a tangy filling nestled in a cinnamon graham cracker crust. Topped with a luscious rum-infused whipped cream, this pie promises to transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. Perfect for gatherings or as a cool summer treat, this pie is just as delicious as it is guilt-free!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cold heavy cream
1 cup (Chilled)
Powdered sugar
2 tablespoons (Sifted)
Rum extract or dark rum
1/2 teaspoon or 1 tablespoon (Optional)
Low-fat cinnamon graham crackers
5 ounces (Crushed)
Unsalted butter
4 tablespoons (Melted)
Fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons (Finely minced)
Key lime juice
3/4 cup (Fresh squeezed or bottled)
Egg yolks
4 (Lightly whisked)
Fat-free sweetened condensed milk
14 ounces (Ready to use)
Mint leaf
For garnish (Fresh)
Key lime
For garnish (Sliced)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a food processor, pulse the low-fat cinnamon graham crackers and melted unsalted butter together until well combined and crumbly.
3
Press the mixture firmly into a greased pie dish to form a crust. Ensure it's evenly spread across the bottom and up the sides.
4
In a small bowl, combine the mint leaves with the key lime juice, stirring gently to release the mint oils. Set aside.
5
In a medium bowl, lightly whisk the egg yolks and then stir in the fat-free sweetened condensed milk and mint-lime mixture until smooth.
6
Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, ensuring it's evenly distributed. There should be a bit of space left at the top for the whipped cream.
7
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
8
Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate overnight to enhance the flavors and texture.
9
For the topping, in a medium deep chilled bowl, combine cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and rum extract (or dark rum). Beat the mixture with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
10
Spread the whipped cream generously over the chilled pie just before serving.
11
Garnish with a fresh mint leaf and thin slices of key lime for an elegant touch.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mojito Delight Pie?
Mojito Delight Pie is a refreshing fusion of flavors that puts a delightful twist on the classic Key Lime Pie by adding fresh mint and a rum-infused whipped cream topping.
What are the primary flavors in this pie?
The pie features a zesty key lime juice filling combined with fresh mint, nestled in a cinnamon graham cracker crust.
Is this Mojito Delight Pie a low-fat recipe?
Yes, this is a lower-fat version that utilizes low-fat cinnamon graham crackers and fat-free sweetened condensed milk.
What type of crust is used for this recipe?
The pie uses a crust made from 5 ounces of crushed low-fat cinnamon graham crackers and 4 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
How do I prepare the graham cracker crust?
Pulse the crackers and melted butter in a food processor until crumbly, then press the mixture firmly into a greased pie dish.
How do I incorporate the mint flavor into the filling?
Combine finely minced fresh mint leaves with key lime juice and stir gently to release the mint oils before mixing with other ingredients.
What are the main ingredients in the pie filling?
The filling consists of egg yolks, fat-free sweetened condensed milk, and a mixture of key lime juice and fresh mint.
How long does the Mojito Delight Pie need to bake?
The pie should be baked in the preheated oven for approximately 35 minutes.
How can I tell when the pie filling is done?
The filling is set when it is firm around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Does the pie need to be refrigerated before serving?
Yes, the pie should be cooled to room temperature and then refrigerated overnight to enhance the flavors and texture.
What is in the rum-infused whipped cream topping?
The topping is made from cold heavy cream, sifted powdered sugar, and either rum extract or dark rum.
Can I use real rum instead of rum extract?
Yes, you can use 1 tablespoon of dark rum as an alternative to 1/2 teaspoon of rum extract.
How do I make the whipped cream topping?
Beat the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and rum in a chilled bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
When should I apply the whipped cream to the pie?
Spread the whipped cream generously over the chilled pie just before you are ready to serve.
How should I garnish the finished Mojito Delight Pie?
Garnish the pie with a fresh mint leaf and thin slices of key lime for an elegant tropical touch.
Can I use bottled key lime juice for this recipe?
Yes, the recipe allows for the use of either fresh squeezed or bottled key lime juice.
What kind of butter is required for the crust?
The recipe calls for 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted.
How many egg yolks are needed for the filling?
The recipe requires 4 egg yolks, which should be lightly whisked.
How much fresh mint is needed for the filling?
The filling requires 2 tablespoons of finely minced fresh mint leaves.
What size container of sweetened condensed milk is used?
The recipe uses one 14-ounce container of fat-free sweetened condensed milk.
Is this pie suitable for summer gatherings?
Yes, it is described as a cool summer treat and a refreshing tropical dessert perfect for gatherings.
What equipment is needed to make the crust?
You will need a food processor to combine the crackers and butter, and a greased pie dish.
What equipment is needed for the whipped cream?
You will need a medium deep chilled bowl and an electric mixer.
How much heavy cream is required?
The topping requires 1 cup of cold heavy cream.
Are the graham crackers flavored?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for low-fat cinnamon graham crackers.
Should the powdered sugar be prepared in a specific way?
Yes, the 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar should be sifted before use.
Is the condensed milk used in this recipe fat-free?
Yes, to keep the recipe lower in fat, fat-free sweetened condensed milk is used.
Should the bowl used for whipping cream be cold?
Yes, the recipe recommends using a chilled bowl to beat the cold heavy cream.
How many total ingredients are in the Mojito Delight Pie?
The recipe includes 11 ingredients including the garnishes.