Key Lime Pie Trifle

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A Lighter, Luscious Twist on the Classic Dessert – No Baking Required!

Why You’ll Love This

✔ All the tangy-sweet flavor of key lime pie without the work
✔ Layered for wow-factor – Perfect for parties
✔ Ready in 20 minutes – Just assemble and chill

Ingredients (Serves 8-10)

For the Layers:

  • 1 (14oz) bag graham crackers, crushed (about 2½ cups)
  • 1 (8oz) block cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (14oz) can sweetened condensed milk

  • ¾ cup key lime juice (or regular lime juice)
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Garnish:

  • Lime slices
  • Extra graham crumbs
  • Whipped cream

Step-by-Step Assembly

1. Make the Key Lime Filling

  1. Beat cream cheese until smooth
  2. Mix in condensed milk, lime juice, and zest until creamy

2. Whip the Cream

  1. In another bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to stiff peaks

3. Layer the Trifle

  1. In a trifle dish or glasses:
  • 1st layer: ½ graham crumbs
  • 2nd layer: ½ key lime filling
  • 3rd layer: ½ whipped cream
  1. Repeat layers, ending with whipped cream

4. Chill & Serve

  1. Refrigerate 2+ hours (overnight is best!)
  2. Top with lime slices and more crumbs before serving

Pro Tips

🍋 Extra zing: Add 1 tsp lime extract to filling
🧊 Quick crust: Use pre-made graham cracker crust pieces
🥄 Individual servings: Layer in mason jars

Make-Ahead Magic

✨ Stays fresh 3 days in fridge
✨ Freeze for up to 1 month (thaw overnight before serving)

A showstopper that tastes like sunshine! ☀️🍈

(Try our No-Bake Lemon Icebox Cake next!)

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