Here’s a simple and delicious Key Lime Pie Trifle recipe—perfect for a refreshing, layered dessert:
Key Lime Pie Trifle
Ingredients:
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 tsp key lime zest (optional, for brightness)
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 prepared pound cake or angel food cake, cubed
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers (for topping)
- Lime slices or zest (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Make the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and zest until smooth. Gently fold in whipped topping until combined.
- Layer the trifle:
- Start with a layer of cake cubes on the bottom of a trifle dish or individual cups.
- Spoon a layer of the key lime filling over the cake.
- Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over the filling.
- Repeat layers until the dish is full.
- Top it off: Finish with a layer of whipped topping, crushed graham crackers, and lime zest or a slice of lime.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving so the flavors can meld.
Would you like a version that includes fresh whipped cream or a boozy twist?