This cherry limeade icebox pie is a creamy, dreamy dessert version of a soda shoppe classic drink. Delicious and no-bake – a perfect summer dessert all around!
This post and recipe was created for #SummerDessertWeek! I was sent samples by some of the sponsor companies but as always opinions are 100% my own.
As far back as I can remember, I have loved cherry limeade. I actually don’t think I’ve ever even ordered another drink from Sonic. Is that weird? I just love the flavor combo so much! So, when I was planning out recipes for this week, for #SummerDessertWeek, there was just no way I couldn’t have something cherry limeade in the mix.
I’ve made cherry limeade cupcakes before, so I needed something different. Not cake. Not a beverage. Some dessert that would incorporate my beloved summer drink and do it justice. Well, friends. This cherry limeade icebox pie does just that. It’s cool and creamy and fully of cherry and lime flavor. Topped with homemade whipped cream and a lime slice and cherry on top. Because, of course it is!
I love everything about this pie. The bright, pink color; the cherry and lime flavors; the creamy, dreamy texture. It really is a summer dream dessert, come true!
It’s also really easy to put together. The hardest part is waiting for it to set in the fridge, overnight. But the mixing and the assembly…easy peasy! It’s no bake, so there’s no heating up your kitchen, either! I mean, how many more reasons do you need to make this?!?
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What do you need to make Cherry Limeade Icebox Pie?
– Graham cracker crumbs
– Granulated sugar
– Butter, melted
– Cherry gelatin
– Boiling water
– Maraschino cherry juice
– Lime zest and juice
– Sweetened condensed milk
– Heavy whipping cream
– Powdered sugar
– Vanilla extract
– Maraschino cherries & lime slices, for garnish
And when it’s all said and done, you need a plate and a fork. Or just dive right into that pie plate with a fork and skip the plate. Worth. It.
Cherry Limeade Icebox Pie
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 14 graham crackers)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 Tbsp butter, melted
- 1 (3 oz) package cherry gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice (from jar)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream
- 4 Tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Garnish: maraschino cherries and lime slices (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs, sugar and melted butter until well-combined and moist. Using the bottom of a measuring cup, press mixture into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Freeze 10 minutes.
- In another medium bowl, stir together gelatin and 1 cup boiling water until gelatin dissolves. Stir in cherry juice and refrigerate 30 minutes.
- While the gelatin is chilling, stir together lime zest, lime juice and condensed milk. Once the gelatin has cooled, stir the lime mixture into it, mixing well.
- Pour into prepared crust and smooth out with a spatula. Carefully cover*, and refrigerate overnight.
- To make homemade whipped cream: Use an ice cold bowl or stand mixer bowl and whisk attachment. Add the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar and vanilla to the bowl, and whisk at high speed for about 1 minute, or until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to whisk too long, or you’ll wind up with butter!
- When ready to serve, top with whipped cream, cherries and lime slices!
Notes
Source: Taste of the South
Check out the amazing #SummerDessertWeek recipes from our bloggers today!
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No Churn Banana Pudding Ice Cream from Nik Snacks
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Individual Mermaid Ice Cream Treats from Family Around the Table
Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream Bon Bons from Cooking With Carlee
Pies of Summer:
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Key Lime Coconut Pie from Doughmesstic
Frozen Strawberry Yogurt Pie from Rants From My Crazy Kitchen
Mini Fresh Strawberry Pies from Cheese Curds in Paradise
Cherry Limeade Icebox Pie from Sweet Beginnings
Sweet Summertime Cakes and Cupcakes:
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Strawberry Ice Cream Cake from The Beard and The Baker
Fiesta Lime Cupcakes from My Baking Heart
Nana’s Strawberry Shortcake Cake from Daily Dish Recipes
Ice Cream Cone Drip Cake from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
Summer Berries Pavlova Cake from Home Sweet Homestead
Buttermilk Chocolate Cake from Back To My Southern Roots
Peanut Butter and Chocolate Charlotte A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
Mermaid Layer Cake from Love and Confections
Vanilla Icebox Cake from Books n’ Cooks
Peach-Basil Coffee Cake from The Spiffy Cookie
Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes from Cookaholic Wife
The Perfect Vanilla Cupcake from Our Good Life
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Pineapple Pretzel Fluff Salad from 4 Sons R Us
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Baked Desserts:
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Mermaid Splash Cookies from The Domestic Kitchen
Blueberry Crumble Cheesecake from A Blender Mom
Cruise Ship Strawberry Crepes from Southern From Scratch
Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake from Eat Move Make
Caramel Sticky Pudding Cake from Shockingly Delicious
Blackberry Roly Poly from Nancie’s Table
Strawberry Monkey Bread from The Bitter Side of Sweet
Raspberry Custard Bars with Almond from My Sweet Zepol
Caramel Corn Cheesecake from Sweet ReciPEAs
Blackberry Cheesecake with Blackberry Compote from Karen’s Kitchen Stories
Cookies:
Easy Mini Fruit Pizzas from Jen Around the World
Sunflower Cookies from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
Orange Creamsicle Chip Cookies from Palatable Pastime
Viennese Whirls from Kudos Kitchen by Renee
Puddings:
Mason Jar Caramel Banana Pudding from For the Love of Food
Cheese Curd In Paradise
I love cherry limeade as well! It is so good, and refreshing for summer. This pie is stunning! I can’t wait to give this a try!
Hezzi-D
With no a/c I’m all about the icebox desserts and this pie sounds yummy.
Lisa Kerhin
Cherry Limeade and no bake!! WINNER!
Liz Mays
I know I’d love these flavors! A cool creamy dessert like this will be so nice after a day in the sun.
Nichole
I think I figured out what I’m making for my mom’s big family cookout in a few weeks! This looks delicious!
kallee
What a fun and unqiue color and perfect flavors for summer.
Betsy Cohen
This recipe takes me back to my Sonic days, too!! Great memories and I can’t wait to give this pie a try.
Terri Steffes
I am wanting to taste this right now! Perfect summer cake.
Carlee
What a fabulously summery dessert. It looks absolutely delightful!
Karen
I don’t think I’ve ever been to a Sonic and now I’m intrigued. This pie sounds delicious.
Jennifer
Icebox pies are definitely making a comeback! Love your flavor choice
Eileen Kelly
I just love cherry and lime so this cake is a must make for us! I love how easy the whole cake is to make.
Cindy Kerschner
I love easy no bake desserts like this one!
April Tuell
Cherry limeade in pie form? Yes please! LOVE the colors too!
Christie
Look at all those pretty colors together! You know it’s packed with flavor when it looks that colorful.
Liz @ Books n' Cooks
I’m a fan of anything that’s no-bake over the summer. This pie looks delightfully refreshing and so much fun!
Ellen Folkman
Quite possibly the most awesome summer pie!