Hereβs a light, creamy, high-protein lime pie thatβs tangy, sweet, and perfect as a dessert without the guilt.
π₯§ High-Protein Lime Pie
π½οΈ Makes: 8 servings
π Ingredients
Crust (Optional: Low-Carb)
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1 cup almond flour
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2 tbsp coconut flour
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2 tbsp melted coconut oil or butter
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2 tbsp sweetener (erythritol, monk fruit, or sugar-free maple syrup)
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Pinch of salt
Filling
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1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
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1 scoop vanilla protein powder
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Β½ cup cream cheese, softened
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3β4 tbsp lime juice (fresh)
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1β2 tbsp lime zest
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2β3 tbsp sweetener (to taste)
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Β½ tsp vanilla extract
Topping
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2β3 tbsp whipped cream (optional)
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Lime zest for garnish
π©βπ³ Instructions
1) Make the crust
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Preheat oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
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Mix almond flour, coconut flour, coconut oil, sweetener, and salt.
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Press mixture into a 7β8 inch pie pan.
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Bake 8β10 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool.
2) Make the filling
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In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
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Add Greek yogurt, protein powder, lime juice, lime zest, sweetener, and vanilla. Mix until creamy.
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Pour filling into cooled crust and smooth top.
3) Chill
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Refrigerate at least 2 hours (or overnight) to set.
4) Serve
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Optional: top with whipped cream and extra lime zest before slicing.
π₯ Nutrition (Per Serving, 8 servings)
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Calories: ~180
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Protein: 15β16g
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Carbs: 6g
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Fat: 10g
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Fiber: 1β2g
π‘ Tips
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Use full-fat Greek yogurt for creamier texture.
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Add a few drops of liquid stevia if you want it extra sweet without extra sugar.
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Can also make in mason jars for individual servings.
