High-Protein Lime Pie

Here’s a light, creamy, high-protein lime pie that’s tangy, sweet, and perfect as a dessert without the guilt.


πŸ₯§ High-Protein Lime Pie

🍽️ Makes: 8 servings

πŸ“ Ingredients

Crust (Optional: Low-Carb)

  • 1 cup almond flour

  • 2 tbsp coconut flour

  • 2 tbsp melted coconut oil or butter

  • 2 tbsp sweetener (erythritol, monk fruit, or sugar-free maple syrup)

  • Pinch of salt

Filling

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)

  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

  • Β½ cup cream cheese, softened

  • 3–4 tbsp lime juice (fresh)

  • 1–2 tbsp lime zest

  • 2–3 tbsp sweetener (to taste)

  • Β½ tsp vanilla extract

Topping

  • 2–3 tbsp whipped cream (optional)

  • Lime zest for garnish


πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Instructions

1) Make the crust

  1. Preheat oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).

  2. Mix almond flour, coconut flour, coconut oil, sweetener, and salt.

  3. Press mixture into a 7–8 inch pie pan.

  4. Bake 8–10 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool.

2) Make the filling

  1. In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.

  2. Add Greek yogurt, protein powder, lime juice, lime zest, sweetener, and vanilla. Mix until creamy.

  3. Pour filling into cooled crust and smooth top.

3) Chill

  • Refrigerate at least 2 hours (or overnight) to set.

4) Serve

  • Optional: top with whipped cream and extra lime zest before slicing.


πŸ”₯ Nutrition (Per Serving, 8 servings)

  • Calories: ~180

  • Protein: 15–16g

  • Carbs: 6g

  • Fat: 10g

  • Fiber: 1–2g


πŸ’‘ Tips

  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt for creamier texture.

  • Add a few drops of liquid stevia if you want it extra sweet without extra sugar.

  • Can also make in mason jars for individual servings.

Comments

No comments yet. Why don’t you start the discussion?

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *