Key Lime Cream Cake

Health score
2%
Key Lime Cream Cake
175 min.
12
583kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing taste of our Key Lime Cream Cake, a delightful dessert that perfectly balances the tangy zest of lime with the creamy richness of whipped cream. This cake is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering or celebration. With its luscious layers and a crumbly graham cracker crust, each slice promises a burst of flavor that will transport you straight to a tropical paradise.

What sets this cake apart is its unique combination of textures and flavors. The buttery graham cracker base provides a satisfying crunch, while the light and airy creamy filling envelops your palate in a smooth embrace. The addition of Key lime juice and zest infuses the cake with a vibrant citrus note, making it a refreshing choice, especially during warmer months.

Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself to something sweet, this Key Lime Cream Cake is sure to impress. With a preparation time of just under three hours, it’s a manageable yet rewarding baking project that yields twelve generous servings. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cup graham cracker crumbs (15 squares)
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • box cake mix yellow
  • tablespoons juice of lime (plus water to measure 1 cup)
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • teaspoons lime zest grated
  •  eggs 
  • 14 ounces condensed milk sweetened canned
  • teaspoons lime zest grated
  • 0.5 cup juice of lime 
  • 1.5 cups whipping cream (heavy)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottoms only of two 8- or 9-inch round cake pans (dark or nonstick pans not recommended). Line pans with waxed paper. Grease waxed papers and sides of pans; lightly flour. In medium bowl, mix cracker crumbs, sugar and melted butter.
  2. Spread 2/3 cup of mixture in each pan.
  3. In large bowl, beat cake mix, lime juice mixture, softened butter, 2 teaspoons lime peel and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  4. Pour into pans.
  5. Bake 8-inch rounds 36 to 43 minutes, 9-inch rounds 32 to 38 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Run sharp knife around sides of pans to loosen cakes. Cool in pans 15 minutes.
  6. Remove from pans to cooling rack, placing cakes crumb-mixture-side-up and removing waxed paper from tops of cakes. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  7. To make Creamy Key Lime Filling and Frosting, in small bowl, stir together condensed milk, 2 teaspoons lime peel and 1/2 cup lime juice; set aside. Beat whipping cream in chilled medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. Fold milk mixture into whipped cream just until blended.
  8. Place 1 layer, crumb side up, on serving plate.
  9. Spread with 1 cup filling to within 1/4 inch of edge.
  10. Add second layer, crumb side up; frost side and top of cake with remaining filling. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories583kcal
Protein4.83%
Fat48.42%
Carbs46.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.59
Glycemic Load
20.58
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.3778260894444%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.28mg
Hesperetin
1.42mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:582.53kcal
29.13%
Fat:31.88g
49.05%
Saturated Fat:16.25g
101.58%
Carbohydrates:69.28g
23.09%
Net Carbohydrates:68.45g
24.89%
Sugar:47.71g
53.01%
Cholesterol:106.12mg
35.37%
Sodium:575.79mg
25.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.15g
14.31%
Phosphorus:276.74mg
27.67%
Vitamin A:1166.35IU
23.33%
Calcium:223.33mg
22.33%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.79%
Selenium:10.62µg
15.17%
Folate:44.2µg
11.05%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.69%
Vitamin E:1.38mg
9.2%
Iron:1.49mg
8.29%
Vitamin B3:1.38mg
6.92%
Vitamin B5:0.68mg
6.85%
Potassium:220.6mg
6.3%
Vitamin C:5.03mg
6.09%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
5.99%
Magnesium:21.96mg
5.49%
Zinc:0.8mg
5.31%
Vitamin D:0.76µg
5.08%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.62%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.52%
Fiber:0.82g
3.3%
Vitamin K:3.17µg
3.02%
Copper:0.05mg
2.68%