Coconut Lime Tart Graham Crust (Printable)

Silky 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 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
05 - 1/2 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
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 Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar; add melted butter and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
03 - Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan to form a compact shell.
04 - Bake the crust for 8 minutes, until it is set and lightly golden; remove from oven and let cool slightly.
05 - In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, egg yolks, lime juice and lime zest until smooth; fold in the 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 for 8 minutes, just until the filling is set but still slightly wobbly in the center.
08 - Remove the tart from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature on a wire rack.
09 - Chill the tart in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until completely set.
10 - Before serving, top with whipped cream if desired and sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes and additional lime zest; slice and serve chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Your friends will think you snuck in a Caribbean getaway—the flavors are that bold and sunny.
  • The creamy filling comes together with minimal effort but tastes fancy enough for celebration dinners.
02 -
  • If you rush the chilling step, you’ll be left with a soupy mess that won’t come out in clean slices.
  • I once tried bottled lime juice in a pinch and regretted it—only fresh juice gives you that punchy brightness.
03 -
  • If you have time, toast the shredded coconut for the filling to deepen its flavor.
  • A few extra pinches of sea salt in the crust make the lime pop even more.
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