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Lime Delight

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Lime Delight is a refreshing, no-bake dessert that balances the sharp tang of lime with the creamy richness of whipped topping. This classic refrigerator pie features a crunchy, sweet graham cracker crust that provides the perfect textural contrast to the smooth, jellied filling. The vibrant green color is enhanced with food coloring for a festive look, making it a standout addition to potlucks, family gatherings, or summer barbecues. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple to assemble, requires no oven time, and offers a bright, citrusy finish that cuts through the sweetness of the crust. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 408.1
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
Lime Delight is a refreshing, no-bake dessert that balances the sharp tang of lime with the creamy richness of whipped topping. This classic refrigerator pie features a crunchy, sweet graham cracker crust that provides the perfect textural contrast to the smooth, jellied filling. The vibrant green color is enhanced with food coloring for a festive look, making it a standout addition to potlucks, family gatherings, or summer barbecues. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple to assemble, requires no oven time, and offers a bright, citrusy finish that cuts through the sweetness of the crust. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
Ingredients
  • 1 package Lime Jello
  • 1 1/2 cup Boiling water
  • 3/4 cup Sugar
  • 1/3 cup Lemon juice
  • 6 dr Green coloring
  • 1 lg Can of Milnot
  • 25 g Graham crackers, crushed
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 2/3 stick Margarine, melted
Directions
  1. 1
    Dissolve lime Jello powder in boiling water, stirring for 2 minutes until completely dissolved.
  2. 2
    Stir in the 3/4 cup sugar, lemon juice, and green food coloring until well combined.
  3. 3
    Refrigerate the lime mixture for 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to thicken and form soft peaks.
  4. 4
    Whip the Milnot (or vegan whipped topping) until stiff peaks form.
  5. 5
    Gently fold the whipped topping into the thickened lime mixture until no white streaks remain.
  6. 6
    Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs.
  7. 7
    In a small bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted margarine until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  8. 8
    Press about two-thirds of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish to form a crust. Reserve the remaining crumbs for the top.
  9. 9
    Pour the lime filling evenly over the crust.
  10. 10
    Sprinkle the reserved graham cracker crumbs evenly over the top of the filling.
  11. 11
    Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is completely set.
  12. 12
    Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 408.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.1g39%
Saturated Fat 1.8g9%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 11.9mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 48.5g17%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 47.3g
Protein 0.1g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: lime, delight, dessert, gelatin, graham, cracker, crust, no-bake, refrigerator, pie, citrus, tangy, creamy, potluck, summer, easy, chilled, green, lime-jello, milnot
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