So, here we are, about to head into the dog days of summer…July and August – the months in which we are always looking for a way to cool off. Hence, the birth of this month’s series ‘Cool Treats to beat the Summer Heat!’ This week we are excited to share great treats to keep you (and your chaos) cool.
I know that I already mentioned this last week, but in case you weren’t listening reading, I’ll say it again – I’m lovin’ LIME everything these days. It all started with this pie and now I’m hooked.
As I was getting the mail last week, I spied a coupon advertisement for Steak ‘n Shake. They make Key Lime Shakes. What a great idea! So, since I wasn’t headed there that day, I decided to make one at home. I couldn’t find a recipe that was quite what I wanted, so I came up with my own. Please know I did what it took to test and make sure this recipe was a winner – how could I post something on my blog that I hadn’t tried at least 3 (or more!) times? It was delicious every time!
Key Lime Pie Milkshakes
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons Key West Lime Juice*
- 2 Tablespoons SUGAR
- 2 cups of a good quality VANILLA ICE CREAM (or use homemade)
- 2 Tablespoons MILK*
- ZEST of half a lime (optional)
- 1 whole GRAHAM CRACKER, crushed
Instructions
- In the bottom of a large glass or plastic cup, combine lime juice and sugar. Stir well.
- Add ice cream, milk, if necessary, and zest, if using. Use a large spoon to stir until well combined and it's a shake-like consistency.
- Stir in crushed graham crackers and serve immediately, garnish with additional lime zest and/or graham cracker crumbs, if desired.
Notes
*I used Nellie and Joe's Key West Lime Juice - it can be found in the juice aisle of your grocery store, usually on the top shelf near the Lemon Juice. If you're using homemade ice cream, you may not need to add the milk. You can also use an immersion blender to do the work if you'd like, but we usually find it's just as easy to stir it by hand.
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Awesome! I like that you used individual ingredients as opposed to adding a slice of pie to ice cream, which a lot of ‘pie shakes’ do. You can get a lot more servings doing it the way you did and it is much healthier 🙂
I have never had a “pie” shake before, but spotted the word “lime” as I was scrolling down These Chicks Cook party links… I love lime, so of course *had* to click over! Your blog looks fun and I’m looking forward to trying this recipe. I have a couple of “lime” recipes posted on my blog recently, if you want to click over and check them out…
What an awesome idea… I am so craving a milk shake now. I found you on This Chick Cooks. Cheers, Kate
This looks like something that my husband would absolutely love! Looks and sounds delicious. I’d like to invite you to share your recipe on A Well-Seasoned Life’s Sweet Indulgences Sunday.
http://www.wellseasonedlife.com/2011/07/sweet-indulgences-sunday-12.html
Love this…am also a huge citrus lover, especially in summer!! Following over from Everyday Sisters Sunday blog hop and loving your blog! I shared a really great key lime milkshake recipe…
This milkshake looks so fabulous! I love lime treats, especially key lime pie! I can’t wait to try this out! I just found your blog today and I’m excited to browse around and follow your posts!!
Key Lime milkshakes sound heavenly! Just letting you know that I added your recipe to a list of milkshake recipes I used in an article about Cow Appreciation Day. http://www.zujava.com/cow-appreciation-day
That is one good looking milkshake! Thanks so much for sharing at Wicked Good Wednesdays!
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That key lime milk shake looks heavenly! I absolutely love key lime flavor! Perfect for summer! Pinning it. Thanks for sharing at All Things Pretty!
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Oh I can’t wait to try this Becca! It looks and sounds AMAZING! Pinned!
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I need this, it looks amazing! Thanks for linking up to What’s Cookin’ Wednesday!
This is my kind of delicious! We enjoy so many smoothies and shakes during the summer heat. Yours looks perfect. Awesome photos too. Thanks so much for sharing at Weekend Potluck.
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I have always wanted to try that brand of key lime juice~ I think I’ll give it a try:) This looks so refreshing~ Lynn @ Turnips 2 Tangerines
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