Coconut Lime Tart Graham Crust (Printable version)

Tangy coconut and lime filling in a crisp graham cracker crust, chilled and topped with toasted coconut and lime zest.

# What You'll Need:

→ Graham cracker crust

01 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Coconut-lime filling

04 - 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
05 - 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
06 - 4 large egg yolks
07 - 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 4 limes)
08 - 2 teaspoons lime zest
09 - 1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut

→ Garnish

10 - 1/2 cup whipped cream (optional)
11 - Toasted coconut flakes, for garnish
12 - Extra lime zest, for garnish

# How to Make:

01 - Set the oven to 350°F and position a rack in the center.
02 - In a medium bowl, stir graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar to combine; pour in melted butter and mix until the mixture resembles damp sand.
03 - Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan, using the back of a measuring cup to compact the crust.
04 - Bake the crust for 8 minutes until set and lightly golden; remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on a wire rack.
05 - Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, and egg yolks until smooth; whisk in lime juice and lime zest, then fold in shredded coconut.
06 - Pour the filling into the cooled crust and spread it into an even layer.
07 - Return the tart to the oven and bake 8 minutes, just until the filling is set around the edges but still slightly wobbly in the center.
08 - Remove the tart from the oven and let it cool on a rack until it reaches room temperature.
09 - Refrigerate the tart for at least 2 hours, or until completely set and chilled through.
10 - Top with optional whipped cream, sprinkle toasted coconut flakes and additional lime zest, slice, and serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This tart comes together with ridiculously little effort but tastes fancy enough to fool anyone.
  • The punch of lime with silky coconut makes every bite feel like a mini vacation.
02 -
  • I once pulled the tart too soon from the oven and discovered the sad truth: patience is the key to that perfect wobbly set.
  • Switching from canned coconut milk to coconut cream made it extra indulgent when I was feeling fancy.
03 -
  • Let the tart cool completely before refrigerating to prevent condensation from making the crust soggy.
  • Always zest the limes before juicing—learned this after much frustration with slippery limes.
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