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3-Layer Key Lime Pie Trifle Dessert

A refreshing and creamy 3-layer trifle dessert featuring zesty key lime filling, buttery graham cracker crust, and smooth lime curd.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 oz
  • 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
  • 2 tbsp key lime zest
  • 1 package cream cheese, softened 8 oz
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup lime curd
Garnish
  • 1/2 cup whipped cream
  • 1/4 cup lime zest

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish or trifle cups
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric hand mixer

Method
 

Assembly
  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl and press firmly into the bottom of your dish or cups; refrigerate.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth, then mix in the sweetened condensed milk.
  3. Slowly stir in the key lime juice until thickened, then fold in the key lime zest and vanilla.
  4. Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the lime mixture.
  5. Layer half the lime mixture into the dish, drizzle with half the lime curd, and swirl gently.
  6. Add the remaining lime mixture and curd, smooth the top, and cover.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours to set.
  8. Top with whipped cream and fresh lime zest before serving.

Notes

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for the smoothest filling.