Key Lime Pie Bites
A sweet, indulgent, yet guiltless treat for anyone who loves Key Lime Pie.
GLUTEN FREE DESSERT RECIPE
6/16/20262 min read
Key Lime Pie Date Bites
Key Lime Pie Date Bites 🥥🍋
Description
These Key Lime Pie Date Bites taste like a creamy slice of key lime pie wrapped into a naturally sweet, no-bake snack. They're made with simple whole-food ingredients and have the perfect balance of bright citrus, chewy dates, buttery cashews, and coconut. These little bites are gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfect for meal prep, afternoon snacks, or a healthier dessert when you're craving something refreshing.
Ingredient Breakdown
Medjool Dates: These create the naturally sweet, caramel-like base that holds everything together. Make sure they're soft and fresh for the best texture.
Cashews: Cashews add richness and create that creamy key lime pie filling flavor without any dairy.
Shredded Coconut: Coconut adds texture and a tropical flavor that pairs perfectly with the lime. Half gets blended into the bites, and half becomes the coating.
Limes: Fresh lime zest and juice are what make these truly taste like key lime pie. Don't skip the zest because it adds tons of flavor.
Sunflower Seeds: These add a subtle nutty flavor, a little extra texture, and make the bites even more satisfying.
Ingredients
1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
1 cup raw cashews
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, divided
2 limes, zested and juiced
¼ cup sunflower seeds
Instructions
Add ½ cup shredded coconut to a food processor and process until finely chopped. Remove and set aside.
Add the remaining ingredients to the food processor: 1 cup Medjool dates, 1 cup cashews, the remaining ½ cup shredded coconut, the zest and juice of 2 limes, and ¼ cup sunflower seeds.
Process until a slightly crumbly dough forms that easily sticks together when pressed.
Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls.
Roll each ball in the finely chopped coconut, then gently roll them once more between your hands so the coating sticks.
Chill for at least 30 minutes, then serve and enjoy.
Notes
Date tip: If you're using Deglet dates, soak them in warm water for 5 to 10 minutes, then drain well before using. Medjool dates are naturally softer and usually don't need to be soaked.
Make it your own: The cashews can easily be substituted with walnuts for a slightly earthier flavor. If you have a nut allergy, you can replace the cashews with additional sunflower seeds or another seed of your choice. Don't be afraid to experiment and have fun with different combinations.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Freeze for up to 3 months for an easy grab-and-go snack.
For an even stronger key lime pie flavor, add a tiny splash of vanilla extract.
