Best 2 Cool And Creamy Key Lime Dessert Recipes

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When the weather gets hot and humid, there's nothing better than a cool and creamy treat to beat the heat. If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, look no further than key lime pie. This classic dessert is made with a graham cracker crust, a creamy key lime filling, and a whipped cream topping. It's a perfect balance of sweet and tart, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

COOL AND CREAMY KEY LIME DESSERT



Cool and Creamy Key Lime Dessert image

A nutty crust complements the cool and creamy citrus filling in this marvelous, make-ahead dessert.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h55m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup firm butter or margarine
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
1/2 cup Key lime juice or regular lime juice
2 teaspoons grated lime peel, if desired
2 cups whipping cream
Few drops green food color, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place flour in medium bowl. Cut in butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through flour in opposite directions), until evenly mixed. Stir in walnuts and 1 teaspoon lime peel. Press evenly in bottom of ungreased 9-inch square pan.
  • Bake about 15 minutes or until light brown. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, mix condensed milk, lime juice and 2 teaspoons lime peel; set aside. In chilled large bowl, beat whipping cream and food color with electric mixer on high speed until stiff.
  • Fold lime mixture into whipped cream just until blended. Pour over crust. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours until chilled but no longer than 48 hours. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 7, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 25 g, TransFat 1 g

COOL AND CREAMY KEY LIME DESSERT



Cool and Creamy Key Lime Dessert image

A nutty crust complements the cool and creamy citrus filling in this marvelous, make-ahead dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h55m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup firm butter or margarine
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
1/2 cup Key lime juice or regular lime juice
2 teaspoons grated lime peel, if desired
2 cups whipping cream
Few drops green food color, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place flour in medium bowl. Cut in butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through flour in opposite directions), until evenly mixed. Stir in walnuts and 1 teaspoon lime peel. Press evenly in bottom of ungreased 9-inch square pan.
  • Bake about 15 minutes or until light brown. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, mix condensed milk, lime juice and 2 teaspoons lime peel; set aside. In chilled large bowl, beat whipping cream and food color with electric mixer on high speed until stiff.
  • Fold lime mixture into whipped cream just until blended. Pour over crust. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours until chilled but no longer than 48 hours. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 7, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 25 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh key limes. Key limes have a more intense flavor than regular limes, so they're the best choice for this dessert.
  • Zest the limes before juicing them. The zest adds a bright, citrusy flavor to the dessert.
  • Use a combination of heavy cream and cream cheese. This will give the dessert a rich, creamy texture.
  • Don't overbeat the cream cheese. Overbeating can make the cream cheese grainy.
  • Chill the dessert for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.

Conclusion:

Key lime pie is a classic dessert that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy texture, tangy lime flavor, and graham cracker crust, key lime pie is sure to be a hit.

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