Key Lime Pie Dessert Layers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Filling
01 -
8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 -
14 oz sweetened condensed milk
03 -
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
04 -
Zest of 2 limes
05 -
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Whipped Cream
06 -
1 cup heavy cream
07 -
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
08 -
1 cup fresh whipped cream (for topping)
→ Graham Cracker Base
09 -
10 oz graham crackers, crushed
10 -
2 tablespoons melted butter
→ Garnish
11 -
Lime slices
12 -
Extra lime zest
# Instructions:
01 -
In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
02 -
In another bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
03 -
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
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In a small bowl, mix the crushed graham crackers with melted butter until combined.
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Layer the graham cracker mixture in the bottom of a large glass bowl or individual trifle cups. Spoon a layer of the lime cream mixture over the graham crackers, smoothing it out with a spatula. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of the lime cream mixture on top.
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Top with fresh whipped cream, lime slices, and extra lime zest. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
# Notes:
01 -
Allowing the dessert to chill enhances the flavors and texture.