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Key Lime Pie Trifle

Zesty Key Lime Pie Trifle – Easy No-Bake Delight!

This Key Lime Pie Trifle combines zesty key lime flavor with creamy cheesecake for a delightful, no-bake dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Swap for gluten-free cookie crumbs if needed.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Make sure it’s fully melted.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Chill your bowl and beaters for best results.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Soften it first to avoid lumps.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar.
  • 1/3 cup Key Lime Juice Opt for freshly squeezed for best taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Can omit if you're out.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but adds depth.
For Topping
  • 1/2 cup Reserved Graham Cracker Crumbs For added crunch on top.
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Lime Zest For garnishing and enhancing flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • trifle dish
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs with melted unsalted butter until evenly moistened.
  2. Reserve ½ cup of the mixture for topping and press the remainder into the bottom of a trifle dish to create a base.
Whip the Cream
  1. Chill a mixing bowl and electric beaters for 10 minutes.
  2. Beat the heavy whipping cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
Mix the Cream Cheese Filling
  1. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar, key lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined.
Layer the Trifle
  1. Spread half of the lime filling over the graham cracker base, sprinkle reserved crumbs, then layer on the remaining filling.
Add the Topping
  1. Sprinkle reserved graham cracker crumbs and extra lime zest on top.
Chill Before Serving
  1. Cover the trifle and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Serve
  1. Scoop out individual portions, ensuring each serves layers of crust and filling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This no-bake dessert is perfect for hot summer days and versatile for customization.

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