Low Carb KEY LIME PIE Battle - The BEST Keto Key Lime Pie Recipe!

[@user-mm2jd1ht6k]

Have made this twice now. Once with bottled juice and no zest. Today I made it with real key limes (Wal mart, who knew) and just a tip for the older set like me, key limes are hard to juice . After I cut and squeezed what i could I used a small pair of household pliers to resqueeze every one. Got my half cup out of a 1 pound bag of key limes. Oh, I used the pliers to hold the limes for zesting also. My zester is like Wes'.

[@misscndnwoman2177]

Good morning, how did the bottled one turn out please?🇨🇦❤🙏

[@ladyflimflam]

A suggestion for people who are more interested in the flavor than the form factor. I’ve made the first recipe without a crust and cutting the filling recipe in half. That produces a more managable yield for two people and reduces the net carbs a bit. I put the filling into individual 6oz Anchor lidded glass dessert bowls and chill those. My husband likes a hint of crust, so I just toast slivered almond and sprinkle that over his to serve. Recipe also works with Meyer lemon. Yes, I was the kid that always left the piecrust behind on my plate, and the cake frosting.

[@texasgina]

Thanks for the tips

[@PEPSIKERR]

Ohh, sounds yummy

[@jessi_starr]

What a great idea!! I love pie but dislike keto crusts. So we tend to skip crust and just make the filling.

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

Great tips!! Thanks for sharing!

[@miztenacioust1758]

Yummm! This sounds great; what you do sounds almost like a pie-mousse!

[@catherined7545]

"You're clearly not cutting keto pies with this pie server" 😂 I just love you Wes! You always make me smile..and laugh. Most importantly, I learn something new from everyone of your videos. Thank you so much for making my low carb journey a joy!

[@sofializzy4519]

I LOVE watching your face when you try the finished product! You are so stinkin' cute!

[@Kemarrin]

So fantastic to watch your channel 😁 Thank you

[@dhduncan]

And I love the hand and finger gesture too lol

[@staysnatched]

I really enjoyed watching this! Thank you so much for trying out my recipe. I love that you read through my notes and tips. I try really hard to leave notes so that everyone can make the recipe perfectly to suit their personal tastes. Now I want to bake my own pie again! Loved this!

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

Yayyy! THANK YOU - first for the fantastic recipe, and for also stopping by to say hello! I can’t wait to try more of your recipes! 🙂💜

[@staysnatched]

@@HighfalutinLowCarb of course! I hope you enjoy.

[@Pondy-Sama]

I've been trying different keto dessert recipes for years and I couldn't agree more about the unrealistic serving sizes. If I want a cake or a pie, you know dang well I'm not going to eat a slice as thin as paper.

[@demicamack6670]

Love the new "raised eyebrow" satisfaction expression. It goes beautifully with the other Wesley Expressions!!!!!

[@donacardenasHomes]

I made a similar keto keylime. But I tried a pecan crust and another time a walnut crust. Both were good the pecan was excellent!!

[@rclose23]

I’ve made it with a sunflower seed crust. Very good!!

[@zanavaughn4517]

I used to work at a restaurant that is popular for their pies, and you're right- green food coloring was added to the key lime pies.

[@adventuresinlee]

I would just add zest to the cream topping. A good trick to get more flavour without impacting the recipe.

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

Great tip!

[@kaythompson8721]

I've been known to multiply out all the macros...then divide by the number of pieces I decide on. I'd much rather have a few more (net) carbs, with a more 'normal' slice/servings, than a skimpy little slice.

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

You are my kinda girl! I do the same! (And should have scrolled down to see your comment before I commented)

[@cassieoz1702]

We call those big ones Tahitian limes Also you can brown the butter to improve the crust flavour.

[@anthonystrohmayer7462]

Ya'll Wesley! Make a low carb lemon meringue pie :D

[@vernaworthington6809]

Love your channel and just a tip, I discovered if you juice key limes with a garlic press, it's much easer and you get all the juice out.

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

OMG, that’s a great tip!!

[@wingnutbert9685]

15:37- That made my howl!!! Sounded like Cartman doing a voice imitation for the pie!!!! LOL!!!!! Hope the move in went as smooth as moving can be expected!

[@AnnabellaRedwood]

Hahaha I miss that.... you are right though! 😂😂

[@MrRosenleaf406]

Also, Wes, I adore your joy that shows in every video you do. A viewer can tell that, even when you are frustrated, you are genuinely having fun and enjoying what you do. Bravo!

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

Thank you so much, Alex. Really appreciate the kind words. 🙂👍🏻

[@claudiafiore2789]

Ditto to that! I watch as much for you & your personality, Wes, as for the recipe info. You also motivate me to get in the kitchen & have fun myself! 😃 - One thing I LOVE is when you put up the test pattern & accompanying’60s music (you know, with the trumpet… what is that called, anyway?)… love it, makes me laugh. Per the key lime pie, I’m gonna make one for my annual Oscar party next Sunday. Debating which one. 🤔 Keep up the great work! Cheers! 👍🏼

[@tracymuckenfuss9697]

Pie for breakfast......best breakfast ever! MERRY CHRISTMAS. I cannot wait to try this Christmas morning. Thank you again.

[@marcellecostanza1777]

"Wesley....come eat some pie" OMG that cracked me up!!!

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

You heard it too, then? I knew I wasn’t crazy. 😜

[@marcellecostanza1777]

@@HighfalutinLowCarb Yep. I heard it too. LOL. 😜

[@darcyjane8031]

that happens to me as well.

[@charmainestevens8754]

What a great host. So genuine. Can hardly wait to try these recipes. Love citrus flavours.

[@joannebutzerin6448]

Love your videos. You do a fantastic job, and I appreciate it even more knowing you struggle with cravings like we all do!

[@rozferrell1838]

I love key lime pie but would definitely make it without the crust so I can eat more of it... don't judge me 🤣🤣🤣

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

This is a judgement-free zone, my friend! 🙌

[@FoodiesVacations]

I was thinking the same thing!!! Lol

[@ironrose888]

I was thinking about that too 😊

[@lindawick455]

Make a meringue base, put some pecan flavoring in it.

[@amberneathery22]

You can bake the second one in a air fryer that bakes and it will be like a convection oven.

[@trayfoo]

I'm baking this right now--convection oven 300°F and 9" springform as per instructions. At 40 minutes it's still liquid in center. I'll cook until it's done but bake times still need to be adjusted.

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

Yes, there were definitely some issues with the cook time!

[@Ivette2010100]

You’ve done it again! I have been wanting to make key lime pie for over a year now but was hesitant to waste precious ingredients and end up not caring for the finished product. I trust your expertise and honest feedback and truly appreciate it. I will be making the no bake because I do watch calories. Thank you much!

[@CinSpain]

I have to thank you ❤ I have binge watched your videos this weekend, recovering after a fall. I'm a carnivore, and can't eat the food, but, you have cooked dishes I've always heard about, but never really knew what was, like keylime pie, grits etc. Through you I've not just learned how they're supposed to be made, but also how they taste. You explain so well, that I can imagine eating it, and the flavours.❤ You not only saved my sanity, I got to indulge in exiting flavours, entertaining cooking and stayed zero carb, despite my selfpity 😊 Thank you for being you! ❤

[@nancym192]

love key lime pie...i have the Low Carb Love version cooling on the counter right now! It is wonderful. I lived in Fl and it comes very close to non low carb. Love it

[@FM19MONTH]

Love Mayra's recipes @ low carb love

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

@Emily Alan meyers Stop spamming Wes’s channel. 😡

[@EdHarrell1]

We made the first recipe. Amazing pie; we absolutely loved it.

[@marilynharris4118]

"Wesley... come eat some pie!" Same voices as emanate from MY fridge!! ❤️

[@ChasingOurDreamTravel]

Wes, we love your channel! We’ve been watching for over a year now. Thank you for helping us eat better on Keto. Keep up the good work.

[@laurabrown4760]

Made the no bake one on Tuesday night and with a family of 3, it is gone in 2 days. Definitely a great low carb dessert.

[@terryross4436]

Wes, another suggestion for the SF condensed milk is easy fudge using some of those yummy SF chocolate chips out there. My favorite is Lily’s and a few black walnuts. Mercy mercy.

[@marymaryquitecontrary9765]

Mahalo Wes, You've done it again... I just bought a bag of key limes (gosh they're small) & baked an almond flour crust for this very reason yesterday. I was going to experiment but now I'll follow your lead. I did put graham cracker flavoring in the crust, we'll see how that goes🤞🤞🤞

[@tserafin100]

Hi there did you put in graham cracker extract or like concentrate? Please let us know how it turns out. I bought some graham cracker concentrate and was wondering how much I would need to use. Hope your recipe turns out great!

[@donnaheld4062]

I too have been testing key lime pie versions. Thanks for the suggestions

[@MikeKilo1969]

Woohoo! Good to see you again, Wes. I hope you’re well my friend.

[@rrrrrfffff]

I just found you,THANK YOU for making this channel! I'm trying to eat healthy, keto, but I LOVE baking, and it's got me missing it. Definitely going to start trying some of the recipes you use! ❤️

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

Thanks for watching and commenting. Welcome aboard! 👍🏻🙂

[@risasklutteredkitchen1293]

I’ve been a Thrive subscriber for over a year now and love it. I can find key limes in bags at the supermarket or Walmart occasionally. When I find them I squeeze and freeze in ice cube trays. Lasts a long time in there.

[@tommiesuereeves3763]

Thank you Wes, for doing a "summer's last hurrah" video. I am already tired of pumpking spice everything. I love your facial expressions when you taste the food. That one eyebrow raised was fabulous. Keep up the good work!

[@akuamcclure4456]

Wesley key lime pie is the only pie I like and now I am so excited! Gonna do this today and make both of them. But I'm going to take the fat bomb idea that Djinn-1 mentioned below and the other in a pie tin to take for dessert at the in-laws! You are so inspiring! Thank you for all your hard work!

[@jellybean-ky1ip]

Yes I've done a key lime pie both ways no crust.For the custard in ramkin bowls place bowls in a baking pan and pour boiling water around them and bake till mostly set with some wiggle in the middle.garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of slivered almonds.Like ladyfilmflam only with a water bath for the custard.Great minds think alike. Thanks for your channel.Enjoy your personality!!!

[@DebZaragoza]

A great way for you to get a taste of home now that you are in San Diego! I live only 1 1/2 hrs from S.D., but I live out east in the HOT desert going toward Yuma. Thanks for showing us such a yummy dessert option. I think I'll make the no bake version, so I don't heat up my kitchen. Love your channel Wes, it's keeping a lot of us honest too! ❤️

[@brendam4965]

Once again, another fabulous battle!

[@sylviatolan1814]

OMG I love key lime pie. Your enthusiasm makes me want to go get the limes right now!!!

[@trishastorm9813]

I never knew there was a difference in limes. Can’t wait to try both theses recipes. Than you!

[@goodnewsketo178]

I have a large convection toaster oven that I got at Walmart for a little over $100. I LOVE IT!! ❤💙💜 Thanks, Wes...I would like to see using the first crust and combining elements of the two pie fillings to come up with something new!!! 😋😋😋

[@jenniferabraham9508]

@Lana Phelps Good News Keto Grandma, Just know, if you add eggs from the second filling, you will need to bake the pie.

[@goodnewsketo178]

@@jenniferabraham9508 yes. I was thinking of using the sweetened condensed milk with the first one...I think I could make it work!! 🤔

[@DesertDweller74]

I am a huge key lime pie lover! Can't wait to try this! I'll go for the tart one. When I vacationed in Florida one year, I had to test the key lime pie at every restaurant we went to! What a treat that was and Florida was beautiful. Wasn't used to the humidity though, we live in the Arizona desert. I'm prediabetic, so it is a huge relief to find your recipe! Thank you so very much! 😁

[@sherryrethwisch9589]

BTW just made brownies from your cookbook and they were outstanding!! I added some Choc Zero peanut butter chips to kick them up a notch. Thanks Wes, you are the best!

[@Shelle200]

I'm a Florida girl and I so miss key lime pie thanks for the comparison.

[@melissarodriguez5734]

Holidays are coming up soon. I would use the condensed milk for fudge. Simple and so good.

[@michaelsingletary4526]

Have a great weekend everyone from Tampa Florida...

[@tiffanyhanson3701]

Yes, correct about the 25 degree adjustment when calculating convection vs regular oven temps. When I make sugar free sweetened condensed milk (Carolyn Ketchum’s recipe from All Day I Dream About Food), it comes out thicker than what I saw in your video. That might have also affected baking time. Thanks for this video, haven’t had low carb key lime pie in a while, will need to make some!

[@pamwebster171]

Maybe when the person said to cut 2 pieces of pie. You should take both out pieces out at the same time so it does not mess up the pieces. Love your video!!

[@sigsin1]

Wesley, thank you so much for all your hard work. Because of you, I’ve practiced different recipes from various bakers/cooks that you’ve mentioned and tried. Carolyn’s coconut cream pie recipe you featured is perfect and I make it often. The perfect key lime pie is something I’ve strived for. (I love how they called you in the night…mine do that, too!!!) I use Carolyn’s “All Day I Dream About Food” regular almond crust, not her graham crust that goes with her key lime pie. That crust is just damn perfect (and you do bake it first). I also prefer her recipe for sweetened condensed milk. Then, for the filling, I use Big Man’s World key lime pie recipe but I use the StaySnatched gelatin suggestion in the warmed lime juice. And I only use about 1/2 cup of cream instead of the full cup…actually, I play this by ear. Make sure and taste it for sweetness before you pour it into the crust. Then use Carolyn’s low carb whipped cream recipe…but this doesn’t matter so much…they’re all so similar. Anyway, this will turn out the perfect key lime pie and it’s easy to make. And I have you to credit for helping me cut and paste the recipe that I’ve found that we like the best.

[@sandykraynik2282]

Thanks again Wes for you all your hard work giving us your honest opinion! Great job!

[@tracyrussell4116]

Loved seeing this battle. Key lime pie was occasional splurge. Also, “keto cottage cheese ice cream” recipe suggested using sweetened condensed milk as an added flavor together with vanilla. This keto recipe for would work.

[@Radtech2002]

I like the No Bake option Lower in fat and so simple! Thanks 4 sharing

[@felixol]

I just subscribed to the channel. Loved the format of comparing recipes. Thanks for the content

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@KetoCookbooksCorner]

*This recipe looks awesome. So excited to try it* 🤩

[@amylewis7563]

Looking good man! Thanks for the pie recipes. Key Lime Pie is my absolute favorite! 😋😋💚💚

[@jdmosaics]

Wes a normal Key-lime pie cut into 12 slices has approx 57 net carbs and 440 calories!! So these two Keto version pies are worth making for anyone wanting a treat as even the one that said cut into 16 slices… mean you can actually cut it into 8-10 slices and still be much healthier than a normal SAD version. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@falconlore9666]

When converting between convection and not convection it is usually 25 degrees up or down depending on which type of oven you are converting from. In addition sometimes temperature is not enough of a change and you also have to change time up or down. If you remember that the air circulating causes it to heat more evenly from all sides and cook more quickly it often takes some experimentation to get converted recipes right.

[@lynnries7729]

They are both beautiful and look delicious but in my house that size is 8 pieces of pie...😉

[@nickim6571]

or 4

[@lynnries7729]

@@nickim6571 Hehe....

[@olivia8979]

They look good. It seems like the second one could have come in at less calories, and we could have a larger slice, if not for the large amount of whipped cream. Also, you said it was filled to the brim with the custard. Perhaps I could use less of it. I guess if I am going to try I better get out there and find some keylimes soon.

[@WhisperGray]

I love your videos ! Great recipe.

[@wcouch8]

Worth it for the leftover sweetened condensed milk 🙂🙂🙂🙂 Thai Iced Tea for the cook.

[@zensbleexperience3470]

That's my favorite pie ever cant wait!

[@David.M.]

Thanks Wes

[@christinehoughton9209]

I live in Florida and have a keylime tree. My key limes are big and juicy. Only takes 5 or 6 limes to make a 1/2 cup of keylime juice. Love the cold no bake key lime pie recipe.

[@carolstjohn9677]

Thanks Wes! I love your expressions when you taste the recipe, your eyes Usually tell me you like it! Love you! ❤️

[@jackieraulerson2005]

Thank you!

[@critter4004]

Can't wait to try the first one. Just saw key limes at my grocery store a couple of days ago. BTW, I just became a patreon! 🥰 Don't know why I waited so long!

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

Thank you, Critter! I appreciate the support!

[@colleenmoras7887]

Hi Wes! These recipes look awesome! So excided to try them. Love, love that there is a no sugar "sweetened condensed milk" recipe. Opens the door to lots of possibilities! Great job!

[@edwardf9661]

OMG…my mouth is watering! Will try soon.🌈

[@MeBeingAble]

🤣🤣thank you for saying graham instead of gram!!🤣🤣 And yes. there is absolutely no way a fan forced oven cooks at the same heat and time as a convection oven. fan force is always lower temp and less time

[@janicel104]

I love watching you bc you are funny and informative 😊

[@denisearonow4921]

That's right, cut two take one.

[@ferrer0r0cher]

I love watching you! It’s been super helpful in my new ketogenic lifestyle. Soooo, I’m trying to get my mom to commit to more keto, and she really really wants carrot cake. I’m having trouble finding a recipe that would be good, I would just love to see you do a review of keto carrot cakes!

[@corriesites2431]

Thanks, I just asked for this.

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

😉🙂

[@marroosh]

Toasting the almond flour sounds like a good plan. Will try that when I make cheesecake this weekend. Edited to add: I think the recipe developer for the second pie took into consideration the macros for a slice depending on the slice size.

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

I agree. That’s what makes it so annoying - they create a recipe then decide, “OOPS! Too many carbs! No problem - I’ll just reduce the serving size to a thimble full!”

[@jasonmurray7604]

I absolutely love key lime pie. I would be willing to eat a 0 carb dinner if I could have a slice of this and a scoop of low carb vanilla ice cream afterwards. Yummy.

[@SanJoseDale]

Wes, would be great if you indicate total carbs, not just net. Many in the Keto community, particularly diabetics, count total carbs, especially in baked goods like this. Love your videos, I watch every one!

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

I usually do, and didn’t this time. My apologies! Since there is no substantial fiber here except for the crust, most of the additional carbs are from the Erythritol sugar alcohols. But I should have included that!

[@KetoBaker007]

No apologies...this is a great opportunity for everyone to go to the said websites, get more information and check out their other keto recipes, too. That's also the whole point ifv you not giving the ingredient amounts...win, win for the blogger ! 🤷‍♀️😁

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

Just takes a minute to put it into a calculator to figure and then you have the opportunity t adjust serving sizes as well, if you want to.

[@superdanman]

Let get him a glass bowl so we can see a bit more? Love these videos, you have the best attitude and are so fun to watch :)

[@YoAng]

OMG. A compliant sweetened condensed milk. LIFE CHANGING

[@terrimendenhall1473]

I loved the eyebrow rising. I could tell #2 was ur favorite. 😄

[@risasklutteredkitchen1293]

I would love to see you make Keto Chow recipes as one of the recipes and another low carb version to see which is better.

[@SomewhereInIndiana1816]

Yum this sounds good! Thank you!

[@tranquilitytravels2994]

This looks so good

[@marthaashworth8374]

Wonder if I used lemon, instead of key limes, if it would be a good lemon pie?

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

I would think it absolutely would be!

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

The filling in the second recipe was basically the old recipe for an Eagle Brand lemon meringue pie, so it should turn out just fine.

[@larrythomas4614]

OMG Wes, what do you do with the leftovers after you make the video? How do you stand all that yummy food in the house without binging all day?

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

It’s a struggle, my friend! (And one reason I’m not losing weight as fast as I’d like, to be completely honest.) In this instance, I divided each pie in half, to create one full pie and gave it to a friend with a hubby and two hungry teenagers. Get rid of the temptation! LOL

[@sherryrethwisch9589]

I have made the no bake version and committed the sin of using key lime juice. Even in Florida, key limes aren't easy to find sometimes and a pain to deal with being so small. Also you're not missing much on the convection oven. I use it primarily for roasting. But hey, love my air fryer!

[@lindalockhart1266]

Just thinking about you!… oooohhhhhhh…. Let’s talk keto friendly margaritas! 🥰🥰🥰 On a more serious note, in keto do we need to watch calories?

[@CheshyLARK]

I would love a recipe, too! The lowest carb product I have found, though, is Baja Bob’s. (Btw, the Mai Tai mix is stellar. I use the dark, spiced rum in it. 😋)

[@maddisonbythesea3015]

I absolutely have to watch calories on keto. Over 3 years keto here and I can easily gain weight if not watching calories as well.

[@TracyKMainwaring]

The Hungry Elephant has a lot of alcoholic recipes. Calories are a lab determined value, determined by burning food in a test tube. We don't metabolize food that way. Calorie values given for a food are a combination of fat, protein and carbohydrate. Our body does something different with each of those macro nutrients. On a ketogenic diet you need to keep your carbs low enough to get, and stay, in ketosis. If you are in ketosis you are unlikely to overeat on fat and protein, it's really hard. So keeping track of carbs, and testing for ketosis is the critical factor

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

If you’re watching your macros, you ARE watching calories

[@camillemedina9920]

Nice to see you

[@ChristieinFlorida]

Another great video Wes. Thank you.

[@heatherperkins5881]

I also add ginger with the cinnamon when im trying to make gram cracker crust

[@dgf6275]

ATK's key lime pie style of choice is icebox with Persian lime juice and zest.

[@katieinman2305]

can't wait to try that Keylime icebox pie

[@marcellecostanza1777]

LOVE seeing that eyebrow raise...LOL!!!

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

Sorry this is such a long one, kids! 😅

[@regular-joe]

Hey, Wes, don't apologize for giving us what we want!!😁👍

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

You say that like it’s a bad thing!! You could make a 3 hr video and we’d all be good!

[@codivines1101]

So glad I found you !!!!

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

Yay! Welcome aboard, Codi! Make yourself at home around here. ❤️

[@Djynni]

Because Keto desserts tend to have more calories than regular versions, I don't tend to make full desserts like this (whole cake, whole pie). I would probably make the no-bake version and make it into fat bombs instead. But they sound great!

[@HighfalutinLowCarb]

The fat bomb idea is a great!

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

I just use a tartlet pan and make little minis.

[@cassieoz1702]

I only make dessert if there are guests and I sent the leftovers away with them

[@akuamcclure4456]

Love the fat bomb idea I might try that! Then maybe just pop them in the freezer for dessert! Oh yes I am doing this

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

@@cassieoz1702 I keep them in the freezer in a heavy bag and have one when I “deserve” them!

[@larkmacgregor3143]

Wes, part of your cooking issues with convection vs. regular oven also has to do with the fact that you used a glass pie pan to make it. Glass insulates what's in it, so even if you'd had a convection oven, but no springform, you would still have had to bake it longer than the recipe called for. To convert a convection oven recipe for a conventional oven, yes, you increase the temperature by 25F, but also the cooking *time* by 25 to 30%. So this recipe call for 300F and 35 to 40 minutes, so, for a conventional oven, that would be 325F, and 45 to 50 minutes. I had to do the reverse of this a lot when I was living in Oz for a summer (winter, here 🙂), as convection ovens are pretty standard, and I'd never even seen one before I lived there!