Key Lime Pie Lush 

This Key Lime Pie Lush is the perfect treat for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a light and zesty dessert. With layers of graham cracker crust, tangy key lime filling, and a creamy whipped topping, this dessert is sure to impress. Let’s dive into this delightful recipe!

Resume of the Recipe:

Key Lime Pie Lush features a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a tangy key lime filling and a light, fluffy whipped cream topping. This no-bake dessert is easy to prepare and offers a refreshing burst of citrus flavor, making it a perfect treat for warm weather.

Exciting Story:

One hot summer afternoon, I was looking for a dessert that was both refreshing and satisfying. I remembered the key lime pie my grandmother used to make, but I wanted to give it a modern twist. With a few tweaks and layers of deliciousness, the Key Lime Pie Lush was born. As soon as I served it, my family’s eyes lit up with delight. The combination of the tart key lime filling and the creamy topping was a hit, and this dessert has since become a staple at our summer gatherings. It’s the perfect way to cool down and indulge in a little sweetness.

Why This Key Lime Pie Lush?

• Refreshing Citrus Flavor: The key lime filling is tangy and refreshing.
• Creamy and Light: The whipped topping adds a light and airy texture.
• No-Bake and Easy: Perfect for hot days when you don’t want to turn on the oven.

Ingredients:

 

For the Graham Cracker Crust:

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Key Lime Filling:

• 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
• 1 tsp key lime zest

For the Whipped Topping:

• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

How to Make Key Lime Pie Lush:

1. Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust:
   1. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
   2. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
2. Prepare the Key Lime Filling:
   1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
   2. Add the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and key lime zest. Beat until well combined and smooth.
   3. Spread the key lime filling evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.
3. Prepare the Whipped Topping:
   1. In a medium bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
   2. Spread the whipped topping evenly over the key lime filling.
4. Chill and Serve:
   1. Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or until set.
   2. Garnish with additional lime zest or slices before serving, if desired.

Tips:

• For a firmer crust, bake the graham cracker crust at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes, then cool before adding the filling.
• Use fresh key limes for the best flavor.
• Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.

Key Lime Pie Lush 

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Recipe by Alexandra Course: All Word Recipes

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

1

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Ingredients

• For the Graham Cracker Crust:

• 2 cups 2 graham cracker crumbs

• 1/2 cup 1/2 unsalted butter, melted

• 1/4 cup 1/4 granulated sugar

• For the Key Lime Filling:

• 1 package 1 (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

• 1 can 1 (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

• 1/2 cup 1/2 key lime juice (fresh or bottled)

• 1 tsp 1 key lime zest

• For the Whipped Topping:

• 1 1/2 cups 1 1/2 heavy whipping cream

• 1/4 cup 1/4 powdered sugar

• 1 tsp 1 vanilla extract

Directions

• Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust:
• In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
• Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
• Prepare the Key Lime Filling:
• In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
• Add the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and key lime zest. Beat until well combined and smooth.
• Spread the key lime filling evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.
• Prepare the Whipped Topping:
• In a medium bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
• Spread the whipped topping evenly over the key lime filling.
• Chill and Serve:
• Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or until set.
• Garnish with additional lime zest or slices before serving, if desired.

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