"This zesty, colorful, creamy, and refreshingly cool key lime dessert is a family favorite that always gets some rave reviews. And it tastes just as good as it looks!"
Key Lime Dessert with Zest and Cream
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Prep time 15mins
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounce cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk, or milk of your choice
- 1/4 cup lime juice (about 4 limes), freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
ingredients
Whipped Cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
Method
Step 1
In a small bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Divide half of the mixture evenly among 4 glasses.
Step 2
Using a hand mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest and beat until creamy.
Step 3
Spoon half of the key lime filling into the glasses on top of the graham cracker crust.
Step 4
Then repeat with the rest of the graham cracker crumbs, and then with the rest of the filling, to make layers.
Step 5
Chill the glasses in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. When ready to serve, garnish with whipped cream and lime zest.