Best Key Lime Cream Torte Recipes

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KEY LIME TART



Key Lime Tart image

Equal parts creamy and tart, this spin on the classic Key lime pie works just as well with traditional limes as it does with the smaller, sweeter variety.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 8

9 to 10 graham crackers (each 2 1/2 by 5 inches)
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
3/4 cup fresh lime juice (from 4 to 6 limes), or fresh or bottled key-lime juice
4 large egg yolks
Pinch salt
Slivered lime zest, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Process graham crackers and 2 tablespoons sugar in a food processor until fine crumbs form; add butter. Process until combined. Transfer mixture to a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom; pat into bottom and up sides. Place pan on a baking sheet, and bake until crust is fragrant and slightly colored, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine condensed milk, lime juice, egg yolks, remaining 1/2 cup sugar, and salt; whisk until smooth. Pour mixture into crust (warm or cool is fine), leaving 1/8 inch at the top; return to oven. Bake until filling is set around edge but still slightly loose in center, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Cool completely at room temperature; then refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours. Serve, garnished with zest, if desired.

LIME CREAM TORTE



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This impressive-looking dessert is surprisingly simple to prepare. Light and refreshing, it's a super make-ahead treat- the flavor gets getter as it sits in the refrigerator. I've had many requests for the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 10-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package butter recipe golden cake mix (regular size)
3 eggs
1/2 cup butter, softened
7 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons lime juice
FILLING:
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup lime juice
2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
Lime slices, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, butter, water and lime juice; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes., Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. , In a large bowl, combine milk and lime juice. Fold in whipped cream. Cut each cake horizontally into two layers. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; top with 1-1/4 cups filling. Repeat layers twice. Top with the remaining cake layer. Frost the top of cake with remaining filling., Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with lime slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 367mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

KEY LIME CREAM PIE



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I am very proud of this luscious no-bake beauty. It's so cool and refreshing-perfect for any summer potluck or get-together. Wherever I take this pie, it quickly disappears, with everyone asking for the recipe. -Shirley Rickis, Lady Lake, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (11.3 ounces) pecan shortbread cookies, crushed (about 2 cups)
1/3 cup butter, melted
4 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup Key lime juice
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
Optional: Maraschino cherries with stems and sliced Key limes

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix crushed cookies and butter. Press onto bottom and up sides of a greased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and extract; beat until stiff peaks form. In another large bowl, beat cream cheese, condensed milk and lime juice until blended. Fold in 2 cups whipped cream. Spoon into prepared crust., Top with remaining whipped cream; sprinkle with toasted coconut. Refrigerate until serving, at least 4 hours. If desired, garnish with cherries and limes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646 calories, Fat 52g fat (30g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

NO-BAKE KEY LIME CHEESECAKE



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This easy mousse-like treat blends the tartness of Key lime pie with the richness of cheesecake. Its graham-cracker crust sets in the freezer rather than the oven, and the traditional whipped-cream topping is folded right into the filling, along with fresh citrus juice and zest, cream cheese, and sweetened condensed milk. Chill it overnight, and wake up to a world of bliss.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 35m

Yield Makes one 9-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup finely ground graham crackers (from 9 crackers)
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, room temperature
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/3 cup fresh Key lime juice, plus 2 teaspoons grated zest (from 16 limes), and thinly sliced lime rounds for serving
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup cold heavy cream

Steps:

  • Whisk together cracker crumbs, sugar, and salt. Stir in butter until mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when squeezed. Press evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Freeze until firm, 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat cream cheese and condensed milk on medium-high speed until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add lime juice, zest, and vanilla. Beat 1 minute more.
  • In a separate bowl, whip cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold into cream-cheese mixture. Pour over chilled crust; smooth top with an offset spatula. Cover with plastic and refrigerate at least 12 hours and up to 3 days.
  • Run a knife along cake's edge before releasing sides of pan, then under bottom to loosen. Serve, garnished with lime rounds.

BEST LIME TART



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This treat is the perfect balance between tart and sweet, and the almonds in the crust are just wonderful. This is one of my husband's favorite desserts. Enjoy! -Charis O'Connell, Mohnton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
5 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup ground almonds
3 tablespoons sugar
FILLING:
4 large egg yolks
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup lime juice
2 teaspoons grated lime zest
TOPPING:
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
Fresh raspberries and lime wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs, butter, almonds and sugar. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in. tart pan. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 15-18 minutes., In a large bowl, whisk egg yolks, milk, lime juice and zest. Pour over crust. Bake until center is almost set, 12-14 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate at least 2 hours., In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. Fold in sour cream and grated lime zest. Spread over tart. Garnish with raspberries and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

NO BAKE LIME MOUSSE TORTE



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This torte is tart and tangy. I take it to a lot of potluck dinners and everyone raves and begs for the recipe. It is easy and can be made several days ahead. Decorate with dollops of whipped cream, raspberries, and fresh mint leaves, if desired.

Provided by RB1953

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     White Chocolate

Time 8h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups gingersnap cookie crumbs
2 tablespoons white sugar
5 tablespoons melted butter
1 (.25 ounce) envelope unflavored gelatin
⅔ cup lime juice
2 ½ cups heavy cream, divided
9 ounces white chocolate, chopped
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons grated lime zest

Steps:

  • Combine cookie crumbs and sugar in a large bowl. Pour in melted butter, and mix thoroughly. Press into the bottom and one inch up the sides of a 10-inch springform pan.
  • Sprinkle the gelatin over the lime juice in a small bowl, and set aside to soften. Bring 1/2 cup of whipping cream to a simmer in a heavy pan. Remove from heat, and pour over the chopped white chocolate. Let soften for two minutes, then whisk until smooth. Mix the gelatin into the warmed chocolate until melted; set aside to cool to room temperature. Beat remaining 2 cups of cream to stiff peaks in a large bowl, and set aside.
  • Beat the cream cheese with the sugar with an electric mixer until well blended. Slowly blend white chocolate mixture into cream cheese, then mix in lime zest. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, and pour into prepared crust. Cover pan with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 669.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.3 g, Cholesterol 146.7 mg, Fat 52 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 31.5 g, Sodium 295 mg, Sugar 37 g

KEY LIME CREAM CAKE



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Finally, the mouth-watering sweet-sour combo loved in Key lime treats comes in cake version. It's a fresh, delicious escape on a dessert plate.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup graham cracker crumbs (15 squares)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 package Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ butter recipe yellow cake mix
2 tablespoons Key lime or regular lime juice (plus water to measure 1 cup)
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 teaspoons grated Key lime or regular lime peel
3 eggs
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 teaspoons grated Key lime or regular lime peel
1/2 cup Key lime or regular lime juice
1 1/2 cups whipping (heavy) cream

Steps:

  • 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. Spread 2/3 cup of mixture in each pan.
  • 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. Pour into pans.
  • 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. 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.
  • 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.
  • Place 1 layer, crumb side up, on serving plate. Spread with 1 cup filling to within 1/4 inch of edge. Add second layer, crumb side up; frost side and top of cake with remaining filling. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 460 mg, Sugar 45 g, TransFat 1 g

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