Ingredients
1cupshortbread cookies,crushed
½cupmacadamia nuts,finely chopped
¼cupsugar
⅓cupbutter,melted
8ozcream cheese,(1 package), softened
14ozsweetened condensed milk,(1 can)
½cupkey lime juice,or lime juice
1cupheavy whipping cream
¼cupmacadamia nuts,coarsely chopped
lime peel,optional
Preparation
In a small bowl, mix the cookie crumbs, macadamia nuts, and sugar. Stir in the melted butter.
Press into the bottom and the sides of a greased 9-inch pie plate.
Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
In a large bowl or mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Beat in the milk and lime juice until blended.
Transfer to the crust. Refrigerate covered for at least 4 hours.
In a small bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Spoon or pipe on top of the pie.
Top with the macadamia nuts and lime peel, then serve and enjoy!
