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Key Lime Pie Trifle Recipe

Delicious Key Lime Pie Trifle Recipe for Easy Summer Bliss

An Easy Key Lime Pie Trifle Recipe that's a refreshing dessert, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Substitute with gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free version.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Use coconut oil as a dairy-free alternative if needed.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Use coconut cream for a lighter option.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened, or replace with Greek yogurt for a lighter twist.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Consider a sugar alternative for a low-sugar version.
  • 0.5 cup Key Lime Juice Fresh juice is ideal, but bottled lime juice works in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Key Lime Zest Regular lime zest is a suitable substitute if key limes are unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For Topping
  • 0.5 cup Reserved Graham Cracker Crumbs Feel free to add lime zest for an extra zing.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Trifle Dish or 9x13 Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, mix 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs with ½ cup of melted unsalted butter until combined. Reserve ½ cup for later.
  2. Press the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of a trifle dish, ensuring an even layer. Set aside.
  3. In a chilled mixing bowl, pour in 1 cup of heavy whipping cream and beat on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. In another bowl, beat 8 oz of cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup of powdered sugar, ½ cup key lime juice, lime zest, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Mix until creamy.
  5. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture gently, ensuring an airy texture.
  6. Spread half of the lime filling over the prepared crust. Sprinkle reserved crumbs on top, followed by the remaining lime filling and top with more crumbs.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill mixing bowls and beaters before whipping cream. For best results, ensure each layer is evenly spread and compacted.

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