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Protein Costco Key Lime Pie

A guilt-free, protein-packed twist on the classic key lime pie, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups light flour alternative (almond or coconut flour)
  • 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (or cottage cheese, or silken tofu for vegan)
  • 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or neutral)
  • ½ cup key lime juice
  • Sweetener to taste (honey, stevia, or sugar)
  • Topping of your choice (whipped cream, glaze, or coconut whipped cream)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine the flour alternative, coconut oil, and salt in a mixing bowl until it resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the mixture into your pie pan evenly across the bottom and up the sides, then bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Mix the Greek yogurt, protein powder, and key lime juice in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  5. Sweeten with sweetener to taste and mix until well-combined.
  6. Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake for another 20 minutes.
  7. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  8. Add your topping before serving, slice, and enjoy!

Notes

This pie is a crowd-pleaser and can be customized with various toppings and variations such as coconut or berry toppings.

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Keywords: key lime pie, protein dessert, guilt-free dessert, summer treat