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Top-down view of a slice of lime Jello pie on a white plate. The slice reveals the creamy filling in the graham cracker crust, topped with whipped topping and a thin slice of lime, ready to be enjoyed.

Key Lime Jello Recipe

This refreshing lime Jello pie is the perfect no-bake dessert. Light, fluffy, and tangy, it’s quick to prepare and sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9-inch pie plate

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ounce box lime Jello
  • ⅔ cup boiling water
  • 1 cup icy cold water
  • 8 ounces cool whip topping thawed
  • 1 pre-made graham cracker pie crust
  • whipped topping and lime slices optional garnish

Instructions
 

  • Dissolve lime Jello in boiling water in a large mixing bowl.
    Top-down view of a large mixing bowl on a clean kitchen countertop with a white marble cooktop in the background. Inside the bowl, lime Jello powder is being whisked into boiling water, creating a smooth and vibrant green mixture.
  • Whisk in cold water until combined.
  • Fold in Cool Whip until fully incorporated.
    Top-down view of a mixing bowl as Cool Whip is gently folded into the lime Jello mixture. The filling becomes light and creamy, transforming into a pale green color with a smooth and fluffy texture.
  • Pour mixture into the graham cracker pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
    Top-down view of a graham cracker pie crust on the white marble cooktop. The creamy lime Jello and Cool Whip mixture is being poured into the crust, evenly filling it as a spatula smooths the surface.
  • Refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours or overnight.
  • Garnish with whipped topping and lime slices if desired before serving.
    Top-down view of a slice of lime Jello pie on a white plate. The slice reveals the creamy filling in the graham cracker crust, topped with whipped topping and a thin slice of lime, ready to be enjoyed.