Description

This Key Lime Cream Dessert is a cool, creamy, no-bake treat featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth cream cheese layer, tangy Key lime filling, and a fluffy whipped topping. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, and family dinners, this refreshing dessert delivers the ideal balance of sweet and tart flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Crust:

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
¼ cup granulated sweetener (allulose, monk fruit, or sugar)

For the Cream Cheese Layer:

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sweetener
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Whipped Cream:

2 cups heavy whipping cream
½ cup granulated sweetener

For the Lime Layer:

1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (or sugar-free condensed milk)
½ cup Key lime juice
2 tablespoons Key lime zest

Optional Garnish:

Additional Key lime zest
Lime slices
Whipped cream swirls

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sweetener until evenly moistened.
Firmly press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Refrigerate while preparing the filling layers.
In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sweetener, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and granulated sweetener until stiff peaks form.
Fold half of the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
In another bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, Key lime juice, and Key lime zest until smooth.
Spread the lime mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Top with the remaining whipped cream and smooth the surface with a spatula.
Garnish with additional lime zest if desired.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Slice into squares and serve chilled.

Notes

Fresh Key lime juice provides the brightest and most authentic flavor.
Allow the cream cheese to fully soften before mixing to ensure a smooth filling.
Chilling overnight creates firmer layers and cleaner slices.
Regular lime juice may be substituted if Key limes are unavailable.
For a lighter version, use sugar-free condensed milk and your preferred low-carb sweeteners.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Add fresh lime zest garnish shortly before serving for the best appearance and flavor.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 15 servings
Calories: 245
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 4g

Keywords: Key Lime Cream Dessert