Description
A refreshing and zesty no-bake dessert layered with creamy key lime filling, whipped cream, and graham cracker crumbs.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
- Thin lime slices for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust: In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until well-combined and moistened.
- Build the Base: Press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of a trifle dish or a large bowl as the first layer.
- Make the Key Lime Filling: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Whip the Cream: In another bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Layer It Up: Pour half of the key lime mixture over the graham cracker base, followed by half of the whipped cream and half of the sliced strawberries.
- Repeat the layering with the remaining graham crumbs, key lime filling, whipped cream, and strawberries.
- Garnish: Finish it off by garnishing the top with thin lime slices and fresh mint leaves.
- Chill: Let the trifle refrigerate for at least 240 minutes to set before serving.
Notes
For best results, chill the trifle overnight. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days.