Ingredients
Method
- In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, chopped pecans, and sugar free powdered sweetener and stir to blend.
- Pour in the cooled melted butter and mix until the crust mixture is evenly moistened and resembles damp sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9 inch pie dish, using your fingers or the bottom of a measuring cup to create an even crust. Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.
- In a large heat safe bowl, pour in the boiling water. Sprinkle the sugar free lime agar-agar powder over the water and stir until the agar-agar powder is completely dissolved and no crystals remain.
- Add the ice water to the agar-agar powder mixture and stir until the ice has fully melted and the mixture cools slightly.
- Add the whipped topping to the cooled agar-agar powder mixture and gently fold until mostly combined, then switch to a whisk and whisk until the filling is smooth, uniform in color, and lightly thickened.
- Refrigerate the filling for 20 to 30 minutes, until it thickens to a loose mousse consistency that is still spoonable.
- Remove the crust from the refrigerator and spoon the thickened filling into the crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Sprinkle the lime zest evenly over the surface of the pie.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 1/2 hours, or until fully set and firm enough to slice cleanly. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- For the best crust texture, press the mixture very firmly into the pan so it holds together when sliced.
- Make the pie a day ahead and chill overnight for the cleanest slices and the most developed lime flavor.
- Make the pie a day ahead and chill overnight for the cleanest slices and the most developed lime flavor.
