Hamdi Saidani This Lime Cream Trifle is a creamy and easy recipe, which is made with sweetened condensed milk and fresh lime juice. It’s a no-fuss take on the classic, ready in about 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Lime Cream Trifle Ingredients
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
- 3 limes, juiced
- 1 lime, zested
- 1 (5.5-ounce) package Maria crackers, or 1 (4.8-ounce) package graham crackers
- 1 lime, for garnish, optional
How To Make Lime Cream Trifle
- Make the lime cream: In a blender, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and the juice of 3 limes. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and slightly thickened.
- Create the first layer: Spoon about 1 cup of the lime cream into the bottom of a 6-cup glass trifle dish. Sprinkle one-third of the lime zest over the cream.
- Add the cracker layer: Arrange a single layer of the crackers over the cream, breaking them as needed to fit snugly.
- Repeat the layers: Repeat the process two more times, creating layers of cream, zest, and crackers, ending with a final layer of lime cream and zest on top.
- Chill until set: Cover the trifle dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow the cream to set and the crackers to soften.
- Garnish and serve: Just before serving, thinly slice the remaining lime and arrange the slices decoratively on top of the trifle, if desired.
Recipe tips
- What are Maria crackers? They are a popular type of round, lightly sweet, crisp cookie (biscuit) common in Latin America and Europe. If you can’t find them, graham crackers or even vanilla wafers are excellent substitutes.
- How do you get the best lime flavor? Always use freshly squeezed lime juice. The flavor is much brighter and more intense than bottled juice. Zesting the lime before you juice it is also much easier.
- Can I make this in individual portions? Yes, this recipe is perfect for layering in individual glass cups or small mason jars for elegant, single-serving desserts.
- Why did my cream thicken in the blender? This is the magic of a no-bake recipe! The acid from the lime juice reacts with the proteins in the condensed and evaporated milk, causing it to thicken naturally without any cooking.
What To Serve With Lime Cream Trifle
This trifle is a wonderfully complete dessert on its own, with a perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and sweet. For an extra touch of elegance, you can serve it with:
- A dollop of fresh, unsweetened whipped cream
- A scattering of fresh berries, like raspberries or blueberries
- Toasted shredded coconut sprinkled on top for a tropical crunch
How To Store Lime Cream Trifle
- Refrigerate: The trifle must be stored in the refrigerator. Cover it tightly with plastic wrap to prevent it from absorbing any other fridge odors. It will keep well for up to 3 days. Note that the crackers will continue to soften over time.
Lime Cream Trifle Nutrition Facts
- Serving: 1/6th of trifle
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Sugar: 55g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Can I use lemons instead of limes?
Yes, you can absolutely make a lemon version of this trifle by substituting the lime juice and zest with fresh lemon juice and zest for a different but equally delicious citrus dessert.
My trifle seems thin. Will it set properly in the fridge?
Yes, it will. The mixture will seem quite liquidy after blending, but the chilling time is crucial. The reaction between the lime juice and the milk continues in the refrigerator, firming up the cream into a luscious, scoopable c
Can I use low-fat milk products?
For the best rich and creamy texture, it is highly recommended to use the full-fat versions of sweetened condensed milk and evaporated milk as the recipe calls for. Low-fat versions may result in a thinner, less set trifle.
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Lime Cream Trifle Recipe
Description
A bright and creamy no-bake dessert featuring luscious layers of lime cream, fresh lime zest, and crisp Maria or graham crackers.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Blend sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and lime juice until smooth.
- Spoon a layer of the lime cream into the bottom of a trifle dish.
- Sprinkle with lime zest, then top with a single layer of crackers.
- Repeat the layers two more times, ending with a layer of cream and zest.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until set.
- Garnish with fresh lime slices before serving, if desired.
Notes
- This dessert is even better when made a day in advance, as it gives the flavors time to meld and the crackers time to soften perfectly.
- For the cleanest layers, spoon the cream gently over the crackers so they don’t shift too much.
- If you don’t have a trifle dish, a clear glass bowl works just as well to show off the beautiful layers.
