Key Lime Pie Lush Recipe
Enjoy the refreshing flavors of Key Lime Pie in a lush dessert format, perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a citrusy treat!
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 🧈
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 2 cups heavy whipping cream 🥛
– 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
– 1/2 cup key lime juice
– 1 tablespoon key lime zest
– 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
– 1 3/4 cups cold milk
– Additional lime zest for garnish
Directions:
1. **Preheat Oven**:
– Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. **Prepare Crust**:
– In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter.
– Press mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
– Bake for 8-10 minutes, until lightly browned.
– Let cool completely.
3. **Prepare Cream Cheese Layer**:
– In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
– In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks.
– Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
– Spread evenly over the cooled crust.
4. **Prepare Key Lime Layer**:
– In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and key lime zest until well combined.
– Pour over the cream cheese layer and spread evenly.
5. **Prepare Pudding Layer**:
– In a large bowl, whisk together instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened.
– Spread over the key lime layer.
6. **Top and Chill**:
– Top with remaining whipped cream and garnish with additional lime zest.
– Chill for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutritional Information (approximate):
– **Prep Time**: 20 minutes
– **Cooking Time**: 10 minutes
– **Total Time**: 2 hours 30 minutes
– **Calories**: 350 kcal per serving
– **Servings**: 12 servings
Enjoy this delightful and creamy Key Lime Pie Lush that’s bursting with tangy lime flavor!