Description
A refreshing and decadent dessert with layers of creamy key lime filling, fluffy whipped cream, and a crunchy graham cracker crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (finely ground)
- 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream (chilled)
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup freshly squeezed key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Mix evenly and press into the bottom of your trifle dish.
- Whip the cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Beat the cream cheese: In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then incorporate key lime juice, zest, and vanilla.
- Combine the filling: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, one third at a time.
- Layer your trifle: Spread half of the lime filling over the crust, sprinkle with more crumbs, and repeat with the remaining filling. Top with extra crumbs and lime zest.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Construct a day in advance for enhanced flavor. Customize with fresh berries or toasted coconut for added texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg