Key Lime Pie Martini Recipe

If you’ve ever wished your favorite dessert could magically turn into a cocktail, you’re in for a treat. This key lime pie martini recipe is everything you didn’t know you needed. It’s smooth, zesty, slightly sweet, and dangerously easy to drink. Inspired by the classic Southern dessert, this martini mixes creamy textures with tangy lime flavors, and yes, there’s even a graham cracker crust rim to bring the whole “pie” experience full circle. Whether you’re throwing a party, having a chill night in, or just wanna impress your friends with a unique drink, this recipe’s got your back.

Key Lime Pie Martini Recipe

Recipe by Chef Sadat KhizarCourse: DrinkCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

1

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

5

minutes

Calories

250

kcal

Key Lime Pie Martini Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz vanilla vodka

• 1 oz key lime juice

• 1 oz cream of coconut

• ½ oz triple sec

• 1 oz heavy cream

• Ice cubes

• Crushed graham crackers

• Lime wedge

• Lime wheel or twist

Directions

• First, grab a martini glass and give it a lil’ glam. Rub a lime wedge around the rim and dip it into crushed graham crackers. It’s like pie crust but for your drink. This step is low-key essential, not just for looks but also for the flavor.
• In a cocktail shaker, add a handful of ice, then pour in the vanilla vodka, key lime juice, cream of coconut, triple sec, and heavy cream. If you’re feeling fancy, throw in that dash of simple syrup here.
• Now put the lid on and SHAKE. Like, shake it good. You want it icy cold and well mixed. Think of it as your mini arm workout for the day.
• Strain your beautifully creamy mix into your prepared glass. Top it with a lime wheel or twist if you’re feeling fancy. And boom you just made a dessert martini worthy of a restaurant menu.

Recipe Video

Serving Suggestions

This key lime pie martini isn’t just for one specific kind of occasion—it’s crazy versatile. Here are a few fun ways to serve it up:

• Dessert replacement – Serve after dinner instead of (or with) pie. It’s rich enough to count as dessert, I promise.
• Summer BBQ or beach party – It’s tropical and refreshing, perfect for sunny vibes and chill music.
• Girls’ night in – Pair with chick flicks, charcuterie boards, and pajama pants.
• Dinner party – Impress your guests with a creamy, elegant cocktail they won’t expect.
• Holiday twist – Garnish with a bit of cinnamon or nutmeg for a wintery vibe.

Serve it cold, in a chilled glass, and always with that graham cracker rim. It’s half the experience.

Saving Suggestions

Let’s be real this isn’t exactly the kind of drink you meal prep, but there are a few ways to save yourself time if you’re making it for more than one person or prepping ahead.

• Batch it up: Combine all liquid ingredients in a pitcher and keep it in the fridge (no ice yet). When ready to serve, shake individual portions with ice and pour.
• Rim in advance: Prep a few glasses with graham cracker rims ahead of time. Just be careful stacking them they can stick.
• Use bottled key lime juice: If fresh key limes are hard to find (because they always are), bottled juice is totally acceptable and saves you a ton of time.

FAQs

Q: Can I use regular lime juice instead of key lime juice?
A: You can, but it won’t taste quite the same. Key lime juice has a distinct flavor that’s a little sweeter and more floral than regular lime juice. Still good, just… not the real deal.

Q: What’s the difference between cream of coconut and coconut cream?
A: Cream of coconut (like Coco Lopez) is sweet and syrupy—perfect for cocktails. Coconut cream is unsweetened and more commonly used in cooking. Don’t mix them up, or your martini might turn out weird.

Q: Can I make this drink dairy-free?
A: Yep! Swap the heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk or a barista-style oat milk for that creamy texture. It changes the flavor a bit, but it’s still delish.

Q: Is it very strong?
A: It’s definitely boozy, but the cream and coconut mellow things out. You can always add a little more cream or a splash of simple syrup if you want to soften the bite.

Q: How do I crush graham crackers for the rim?
A: Easiest method: throw a few crackers in a zip-top bag and smash with a rolling pin. You want fine crumbs, not big chunks—otherwise they’ll fall right off the glass.