Best 2 Key Lime Parfait Recipes

Indulge in the tropical delight of our homemade Key lime parfait, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds with its symphony of flavors. This frozen dessert is a delightful blend of creamy textures and tangy citrus notes, featuring layers of velvety key lime custard, refreshing lime sorbet, and crunchy graham cracker crumbs. With its vibrant green hue and zesty aroma, this parfait is a feast for the eyes and the palate, perfect for any occasion.

In this recipe collection, we present two variations of this classic dessert: a traditional Key lime parfait and a no-churn version for those who prefer a simpler method. Both recipes offer step-by-step instructions, ensuring success even for novice cooks. Whether you're a fan of classic desserts or seeking a refreshing treat, our Key lime parfait recipes will surely satisfy your cravings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

KEY LIME PARFAIT

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Such a great dessert recipe given to me by an online acquaintance, that I actually purchased parfait glasses for this, though totally unnecessary. When I brought them to the table my father-in-law said, "Wow! Did you 'make' those?" Made me smile. : ) They were a hit, but the kid's don't like the coconut (surprise, surprise). (Cook time is chill time)

Provided by GinnyP

Categories Dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

7 1/2 ounces graham cracker crumbs (kinnikinnick.com has gf crumbs)
1 package lime gelatin
1 (8 ounce) container vanilla yogurt
1 (8 ounce) container dessert topping (like Cool Whip)
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut (optional)
6 lime slices

Steps:

Mix gelatin with yogurt, then fold in dessert topping.
Layer evenly in 6 parfait glasses 1/2 of the graham cracker crumbs; followed by 1/2 of the yogurt mixture; followed by remaining graham cracker crumbs; followed by remaining yogurt mixture.
Top with shredded coconut.
Garnish each parfait glass with a slice of lime.
Serve chilled.

KEY LIME PARFAIT WITH MOJITO

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Provided by Food Network

Categories dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

Ingredients

8 ounces heavy cream
2 gelatin sheets
2 ounces sugar, plus 2 ounces
1 ounce water
3 ounces egg yolks
3 ounces egg whites
6 key limes, juiced and zested
3 1/2 ounces sugar
3 1/2 ounces egg whites
3 1/2 ounces cake flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ounce fresh mint
1 ounce corn syrup
1 1/2 ounces lime juice
1 lime, zested
3 1/2 ounces lemon rum
3 eggs
3 egg yolks
7 ounces almond flour
1 ounce cornstarch
1 orange, zested
1 lemon, zested
7 ounces sugar
Fruits or chocolate shavings, as a garnish

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
To make the parfait, whip the cream until soft peaks form and set aside. In a small bowl place the gelatin in cold water. In a small pot, cook 2 ounces of the sugar with the water until it reaches 121 degrees F.
Whip the egg yolks and slowly whip the cooked sugar into the yolks and let cool. Whip the egg whites and the remaining 2 ounces sugar to form stiff peaks. Remove the gelatin from the water and add the gelatin, zests, and lime juice to the whipped yolks and hot sugar mixture. Combine the mixture with the whipped egg whites and cream. Pour the mixture into a cone shaped mold and freeze.
To prepare the tulip batter, combine all of the ingredients and mix well. Spread the mixture onto a silicone baking pad or parchment paper into the shape of a hand and bake until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and immediately invert each tulip over a cup to form a basket shape. Allow to cool and set aside.
To make the mojito, combine the fresh mint, corn syrup, lime juice, and zest into a blender and pulse until combined. Stir in the rum and chill until needed.
Preheat oven to 340 degrees F.
To make the biscocho, combine all of the ingredients and mix well. Pour the mixture into 4 (4-ounce) aluminum cups until 2/3 full. Bake for 20 minutes, remove from oven, and let cool.
To assemble, place the biscocho upside-down in the middle of the plates. Place the tulip on top of the biscocho with the parfait cone inside the tulip. Pour the sauce on the plate around the biscocho tower. Garnish with fruits or chocolate shavings.

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh key limes. If you can't find key limes, you can use regular limes, but the flavor will be slightly different.
Make sure the cream cheese is softened before you start making the parfait. This will help it mix smoothly with the other ingredients.
If you don't have a food processor, you can use a blender to make the graham cracker crumbs.
Chill the parfait for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help it set and make it easier to scoop.
Garnish the parfait with a lime wedge or a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs before serving.

Conclusion:

The key lime parfait is a light and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it tart or sweet, creamy or crunchy, the key lime parfait is sure to please everyone at your table.

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