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Lime Tarts with a Coconut Graham Crust

May 11, 2023 · 15 Comments

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This Lime Tarts recipe produces a delightful fusion of tropical flavors: a tangy lime filling and a sweetened coconut graham cracker crust. In addition to the amazing taste, these tarts offer a pleasing texture combination. The crispy coconut crust provides a satisfying crunch, while the creamy lime filling adds a velvety mouthfeel.

key lime tartlets with a coconut graham cracker crust

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Follow the recipe card below for instructions or check out my YouTube video if you prefer a visual. This recipe has two simple steps as listed below:

  1. Make the coconut graham cracker crust. Next, the crust is partially baked and fully cooled before adding the filling.
  2. Make the lime filling and bake the tartlets. Finally, store the lime tarts in the fridge after they are completely cool.
lime tartlet with a coconut graham cracker crust lime tarts recipe

Ingredients

Coconut Graham Cracker Crust Ingredients:

This recipe makes six 3" individual lime tarts. I recommend using tart pans with removeable bottoms for easy unmolding. For tart crust the following ingredients are needed:

  • Graham cracker crumbs: you may purchase graham cracker crumbs from your grocer or make your own crumbs in a food processor.
  • Toasted shredded coconut: use a sweetened shredded coconut. Toast the coconut in a saucepan over medium heat for a few minutes, stirring often. Keep an eye on the coconut as it can burn quickly.
  • Granulated sugar: adds a bit of sweetness to the crust
  • Unsalted butter: melted and cooled slightly
ingredients for coconut graham cracker crust

Lime Filling Ingredients:

The ingredient list for the lime tart filling is relatively short and simple. You need the following:

  • Sweetened condensed milk: usually found in the baking aisle in grocery stores. A 14-ounce can is needed for this recipe.
  • Egg yolks: save those whites for an omelet or meringues!
  • Lime juice: you may used freshly squeezed or bottled lime juice.
ingredients for lime tarts recipe filling

FAQs

Do I need to use fresh lime juice for the tart filling?

I use fresh limes for this recipe. A high-quality bottled lime juice will also work.

How do I store the lime tarts?

Keep finished tartlets in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Also, these treats may be wrapped in plastic wrap or foil and frozen for up to 2 months.

How can I decorate the top of the tarts?

Lots of options to dress up the top of these babies! For example, sprinkle with toasted coconut, garnish with lime peel curls, add a dollop of sweetened whipped cream, etc...

📋 Recipe

key lime tartlets with a coconut graham cracker crust

Lime Tartlets in a Coconut Graham Cracker Crust Recipe

Lime Tartlets: a delightful fusion of tropical flavors: a tangy lime lime filling and sweetened coconut graham cracker crust.
5 from 18 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Resting Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 360 kcal

Equipment

  • 6 Mini tart pans 3" pans with removable bottoms for easy unmolding
  • Hand whisk
  • Bowls, measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
 
 

Graham Cracker Crust

  • 2 Cups Crushed Graham Crackers
  • ⅓ Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 6 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted
  • ½ Cup Shredded Coconut (toasted)

Lime Filling

  • 1 14 Ounce Can Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 4 Large Egg Yolks
  • 5 Fluid Ounces Lime Juice Fresh squeezed or bottled

Instructions
 

Graham Cracker Crust

  • Preheat oven to 350°
  • Melt butter in microwave or over stovetop.
  • Place graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut and granulated sugar in a medium-sized bowl. Stir to combine.
  • Add melted butter to bowl and toss the mixture until butter is evenly distributed.
  • Gently press graham cracker mixture on the bottom and sides of the tart pans
  • Bake for 6 minutes. Cool completely before making lime filling.

Lime Filling

  • Preheat oven to 300°
  • Whisk egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk together.
  • Pour lime juice into bowl whisking slowly so as not to create air bubbles.
  • Pour filling into cooled tart crusts.
  • Bake for 8 minutes or until tarts are set. The middle of the tarts will still be jiggling, do not overbake.
  • Cool completely then place in refrigerator for storage.

Video

YouTube video

Notes

If making your own graham cracker crumbs in a food processor, you will need approximately 16 graham crackers to make 2 cups of crumbs.

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 153mgSodium: 297mgPotassium: 137mgFiber: 2gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 526IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 2mg
Keyword lime coconut tarts, lime tarlets, lime tarts
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Comments

  1. Olga says

    August 14, 2024 at 6:30 pm

    5 stars
    It is amazing how many different recipes are on this site. I have always loved using lemons in baking for their tart note, and I definitely love a graham cracker crust. Thank you again for the recipe.

    Reply
  2. Ben says

    August 13, 2024 at 7:30 pm

    5 stars
    I love the coconut in the crust. This is the first time I've ever had graham cracker crust with coconut in it.

    Reply
  3. Amy says

    June 27, 2024 at 6:21 am

    5 stars
    It's as if you wrote this recipe for me! Literally all my favourite ingredients.... was absolutely delicious.

    Reply
  4. Alexandra says

    June 26, 2024 at 12:17 am

    5 stars
    Lime and coconut is such a delicious combination, and it comes together so beauitfully in these tarts. The crust has such a wonderful texture!

    Reply
  5. Adriana says

    June 25, 2024 at 11:29 pm

    5 stars
    The coconut graham crust provides a delightful flavor. Cannot have only one tart!

    Reply
  6. DK says

    April 04, 2024 at 5:16 pm

    5 stars
    This lime tart is delicious but that coconut graham crust is absolutely the star! The aroma of the coconut in it is just fabulous!

    Reply
  7. Shayna says

    March 04, 2024 at 11:58 am

    Can I make this as a larger tart? I don't have little pans. It sounds good.

    Reply
    • dessertswithstephanie says

      March 04, 2024 at 1:13 pm

      Hi Shayna, this recipe makes a larger tart and has the proper baking times https://dessertswithstephanie.com/the-perfect-key-lime-pie/

      Reply
  8. Monidipa Dutta says

    December 03, 2023 at 7:20 pm

    5 stars
    Lime tarts are my absolute favorite, and your coconut graham crust takes it to a whole new level! Even for someone like me, not big on cooking, your recipe made it seem easy. Thanks a bunch!

    Reply
  9. Isabellita Pabalan says

    December 01, 2023 at 12:33 pm

    5 stars
    Indulged in these zesty Lime Tarts – pure paradise on a plate!

    Reply
  10. Tracey Kifford says

    November 28, 2023 at 10:33 pm

    5 stars
    I love all recipes with lime in it - the stronger the better! And combined with coconut it is totally lush!

    Reply
  11. beth says

    July 18, 2023 at 11:37 am

    5 stars
    This delish recipe comes together in a few minutes and makes for the perfect summer dessert!

    Reply
  12. Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says

    June 02, 2023 at 3:48 pm

    This recipe is amazing!! These tarts tasted delicious and the recipe was so easy to follow, my tarts actually looked like these!! Perfect summer treat!

    Reply
  13. Gloria says

    May 31, 2023 at 1:24 pm

    5 stars
    I love lemon tarts, so these lime tarts are a nice citrus change. I know these will be a hit with my dinner guests.

    Reply
  14. Dennis says

    May 31, 2023 at 1:05 pm

    5 stars
    Those little lime tarts were the hit of my get-together last weekend! Everyone raved about them. I love the addition of the coconut to the crust.

    Reply
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