Luscious Key Lime Dessert

Health score
1%
Luscious Key Lime Dessert
90 min.
20
336kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing taste of our Luscious Key Lime Dessert, a delightful treat that perfectly balances tangy and sweet flavors. This dessert is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a special family dinner. With its creamy texture and zesty lime essence, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

What sets this dessert apart is its easy preparation, taking just 90 minutes from start to finish. The base is made from a buttery oatmeal cookie crust that adds a delightful crunch, while the luscious filling combines sweetened condensed milk, creamy yogurt, and vibrant Key lime juice. Topped with a light and airy whipped topping, this dessert is as light as it is satisfying.

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and fun to make. Plus, the addition of fresh berries and a sprinkle of lime peel not only enhances the flavor but also adds a pop of color, making each serving a work of art. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will be the highlight of any meal!

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz basic cookie mix 
  • 0.5 cup butter firm
  • 28 oz condensed milk sweetened canned
  • 0.8 cup juice of lime 
  • 16 oz non-dairy whipped topping frozen thawed
  • 12 oz lime yoplait®
  • drops drop natural food coloring green
  • tablespoon lime zest grated
  • 0.5 cup strawberries fresh (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • blender
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  2. Place cookie mix in large bowl. With pastry blender or fork, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly and coarse. Lightly press crumbs in bottom of pan.
  3. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool.
  4. In large bowl, beat condensed milk and lime juice with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and thickened.
  5. Remove 1 cup of the whipped topping; set aside. Fold remaining whipped topping, yogurt and food color into milk mixture. Spoon into cooled crust. Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour or until set.
  6. To serve, cut into 5 rows by 4 rows.
  7. Garnish each serving with a dollop of remaining whipped topping, lime peel and fresh berries. Cover and refrigerate any remaining dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Calories336kcal
Protein5.85%
Fat36.55%
Carbs57.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.25
Glycemic Load
13.68
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.762173898842%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.06mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.89mg
Catechin
0.11mg
Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.2mg
Hesperetin
8.26mg
Naringenin
0.63mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:335.53kcal
16.78%
Fat:13.74g
21.14%
Saturated Fat:6.06g
37.9%
Carbohydrates:48.73g
16.24%
Net Carbohydrates:47.5g
17.27%
Sugar:39.25g
43.61%
Cholesterol:13.95mg
4.65%
Sodium:146.86mg
6.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.95g
9.9%
Calcium:138.08mg
13.81%
Vitamin C:10.92mg
13.24%
Phosphorus:123.75mg
12.38%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.78%
Selenium:6.51µg
9.3%
Vitamin A:339.37IU
6.79%
Potassium:217.48mg
6.21%
Fiber:1.22g
4.89%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.76%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.74%
Magnesium:14.31mg
3.58%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.56%
Zinc:0.43mg
2.85%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.81%
Folate:8.26µg
2.06%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.89%
Iron:0.31mg
1.75%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.32%
Copper:0.02mg
1.18%
Vitamin K:1.2µg
1.14%