This Key Lime Pie Milkshake tastes just like a traditional key lime pie. Rich, creamy, and sweet, it’s quick and easy to make for a fun, refreshing treat!
If you love this, I think you will enjoy my no bake key lime pie, too!
Every summer, I make lots of fruity desserts like my no bake raspberry cheesecake, no bake lemon cheesecake, and strawberry cheesecake dip. However, recently I ended up with quite a few key limes, and what better way to use them than in a key lime recipe?
Rather than make a whole pie from scratch, I opted to create a key lime milkshake, and it was an instant hit. Every sip brings all the flavors of the classic pie, but it’s a whole lot easier and way faster to make!
Even if you can’t find key limes, this milkshake turns out great. Just combine the ingredients, blend them up, and you’ll have a refreshing drink to cool off on a hot summer’s day.
Ingredients to Gather
You only need a few simple ingredients to make this creamy key lime milkshake!
- Vanilla Ice Cream. This creates a thick, creamy consistency with a sweet taste.
- Milk. Blends the ingredients. The higher the milk fat percentage, the creamier and richer your milkshake will be.
- Key Lime Juice. Infuse the shake with a tangy, citrusy flavor.
- Graham Crackers. These infuse the shake with the taste and texture of pie crust.
- Garnishes. Whipped cream and lime zest add extra flavor for a restaurant-worthy drink.
Be sure to check out the printable recipe card for full recipe information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions and Variations
- Need to make this recipe dairy-free? Use a vegan vanilla ice cream and a creamy dairy-free milk like coconut milk or cashew milk.
- Can’t find key limes? No problem! Use regular lime juice instead. Just make sure it’s freshly squeezed, not the bottled variety.
- Gluten allergies? Use gluten-free graham crackers, and double-check the ingredient labels on all the other items.
How To Make a Key Lime Pie Milkshake
Step 1
Add the vanilla ice cream to the blender.
Step 2
Pour in the milk.
Step 3
Add the lime juice to the blender.
Step 4
Add the graham crackers and blend until smooth.
Lynn's Tip!
Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to make sure all the ingredients are well incorporated!
Tips and Tricks
- Adjust the consistency, adding an extra splash of milk as needed.
- Sweeten to taste. If your limes are on the tart side, add a dash of maple syrup or honey to sweeten the shake.
- Chill your glass for 10-15 minutes before serving to keep your milkshake nice and cold.
Frequently Asked Questions
I serve my shakes with whipped cream and extra lime zest, but you can also add graham cracker crumbs, coconut flakes, crushed nuts, or a maraschino cherry.
No, this recipe is best served right away. The ingredients will melt and become runny if prepared in advance.
Yes, you can leftover milkshake into an ice cube tray, and freeze until solid. Then, transfer the cubes to a freezer-safe bag or airtight container, and freeze for up to 2-3 months. When you’re ready to serve, pop them back in a blender with a splash of milk, and blend until smooth.
Key Lime Pie Milkshake (Only 4 Ingredients!)
Equipment
- High Speed Blender
- Liquid measuring cup
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups Vanilla Ice Cream
- ½ cup Milk Whole milk,2%, or your favorite nondairy milk
- 3 tablespoon Key Lime Juice or regular lime juice
- 2 Graham crackers Crushed
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
Notes
- This recipe makes one large milkshake or two smaller milkshakes. You can easily double or triple this recipe to feed a crowd.
- To make key lime ice cream, pour the milkshake in a freezer safe container and freeze it for a few hours until it hardens. Serve it with homemade whipped cream!
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