Key lime dip is fluffy, whipped cream cheese infused with tangy key lime juice to make the ultimate dipping dessert.
If you love key lime pie or key lime cheesecake, then this key lime dip is for you! It tastes like key lime pie meets cheesecake in a fluffy, creamy dip.
This key lime dip has been on our site for 4 years, and it’s hands down one of my favorite recipes. We start with softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, a touch of sour cream, then add real key lime juice to make this delicious dessert dip.
It’s similar to our turtle cheesecake dip, only we’ve swapped out the chocolate and caramel flavors with key lime. This will be a family favorite in no time.
How to make key lime dip:
- Place the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, sour cream, key lime juice, vanilla, and green food coloring (if using) in a large bowl.
- Use a hand mixer to beat until the ingredients are smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the key lime pie dip to a serving bowl.
- Sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs.
What to serve with key lime dip?
Nilla Wafers
Shortbread Cookies
Fresh Fruit
Wafer Cookies
Butter Cookies
Can you make key lime pie dip with marshmallow fluff?
Can you use regular lime juice in place of key lime juice?
Other key lime recipes you may love:
Don’t forget to check out our Key Lime Pie Dip web story!

Easy Key Lime Dip
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 16 ounces block-style cream cheese softened
- 1 2/3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons key lime juice or more to taste
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 Dash Green Food Coloring optional
- 1/4 Cup graham cracker crumbs for garnish
Instructions
- In a stand mixer or using a mixing bowl and hand mixer, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, sour cream, key lime juice, vanilla, and green food coloring if using. Mix until smooth and creamy.16 ounces block-style cream cheese1 2/3 cups powdered sugar1/3 cup sour cream2 tablespoons key lime juice1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract1 Dash Green Food Coloring
- Transfer dip from mixing bowl to serving bowl. Sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs.1/4 Cup graham cracker crumbs
- Serve with graham crackers or cookies. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Andrea
Friday 7th of April 2017
Oh, my! This looks so mouthwatering! I'm craving this real bad btw! I'm going to give this recipe a try next week, just in time for my Holy Week Holiday. Thanks for sharing! Can't wait to try it!
Andrea
Friday 7th of April 2017
Oh, my! This looks so mouthwatering! I'm craving this real bad btw! I'm going to give this recipe a try next week, just in time for my Holy Week Holiday. Thanks for sharing! Can't wait to try it!
andrea
Wednesday 5th of April 2017
I grew up just north of the Keys and I am an absolute nut for Key Lime anything. This sounds incredible pinning for sure. Thanks for sharing it
andrea
Wednesday 5th of April 2017
I grew up just north of the Keys and I am an absolute nut for Key Lime anything. This sounds incredible pinning for sure. Thanks for sharing it
Cori
Tuesday 4th of April 2017
I think that dessert dips are the best thing ever! This sounds so yummy- I can't wait to try it.