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Key Lime Pie Trifle

Zesty Key Lime Pie Trifle That Will Brighten Your Day

This Key Lime Pie Trifle is a refreshing dessert that beautifully layers creamy, tangy lime flavors with buttery crumbs.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust Layer
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Substitute with gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free version.
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Ensure butter is melted for even mixing.
For the Cream Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Use chilled cream to achieve stiff peaks quickly.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can be replaced with a sugar alternative if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Key Lime Juice Fresh juice is preferable for brightness.
  • 2 tbsp Key Lime Zest Regular lime zest can be substituted if necessary.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional, but enhances overall taste.

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • trifle dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted unsalted butter until coated. Reserve ½ cup for later, and press the rest into the base of your trifle dish.
  2. Whip heavy cream in a chilled bowl for 3-5 minutes at medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in powdered sugar, key lime juice, zest, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  4. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
  5. Spoon half of the creamy filling over the crust, spreading evenly. Sprinkle with reserved graham cracker crumbs.
  6. Add the remaining creamy filling on top and spread evenly. Top with the rest of the crumb mixture and extra zest if desired.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Serve in clear dishes or individual cups, delighting your friends and family.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To enhance your Key Lime Pie Trifle, consider adding fresh fruit or toasted coconut between layers.

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