KEY WEST KEY LIME CAKE

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This recipe comes from Key Lime Cookin' by Joyce LaFray. Key limes are smaller and sweeter than regular limes. If you can't find key limes or key lime juice you may sub regular limes.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package lemon cake mix
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup key lime juice or 1/2 cup lime juice
2 key limes, zest of or 1/2 regular lime, zest of
1 (3 ounce) package lime gelatin
1/2 cup canola oil
4 large eggs, slightly beaten
1/4 lb butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 -2 tablespoon milk
1 key limes, zest of or 1 regular lime, zest of

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°.
  • Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray or grease and flour lightly.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the cake mix, water, lime juice, lime zest, jello, vegetable oil and eggs.
  • With an electric mixer, blend ingredients together until well combined, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour into prepared pan and bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted off center comes out clean.
  • For the frosting, combine the butter, cream cheese and vanilla with electric mixer.
  • Add confectioners sugar and blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Add milk to reach the desired spreading consistency.
  • Spread frosting over cooled cake and garnish with lime zest.

T1gerNyx
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I've tried many Key Lime Cakes in my day, and this one is definitely one of the best. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was perfectly tangy. I loved the combination of lime and graham cracker. This cake is a must-try for any fan of K


Asad Candidates
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I'm new to baking, so I was a little nervous about trying this Key Lime Cake recipe. But I'm so glad I did! The instructions were easy to follow, and the cake turned out beautifully. It was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was perfectly tangy. I


Hassan Fadumaahmed6
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I'm not a big fan of baking, so I was drawn to this Key Lime Cake recipe because it doesn't require any baking. It was super easy to make, and it turned out so delicious! The no-bake cheesecake filling was smooth and creamy, and the graham cracker cr


Daniel Moore
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I have a major sweet tooth, so I was thrilled to try this Key Lime Cake. It definitely satisfied my craving for something sweet! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I loved the tangy lime flavor, which helped to ba


nathan kallen
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I love the combination of lime and coconut, so I decided to add some toasted coconut to the frosting for this Key Lime Cake. It was a delicious addition! The coconut added a bit of texture and sweetness to the frosting, and it perfectly complemented


Paxtonn Savage
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I needed a dessert for a party I was hosting, and this Key Lime Cake seemed like the perfect choice. It was easy to make ahead of time, and it was a huge hit with my guests. The cake was light and fluffy, and the frosting was smooth and creamy. I wou


Craig Desmond Steenkamp
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I'm always looking for ways to make my favorite desserts a little healthier. This Key Lime Cake recipe was a great find! It uses whole wheat flour and Greek yogurt, which makes it a bit healthier than traditional recipes. The cake was still delicious


Magar Mahendra
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I'm a huge fan of all things lime, so I was really excited to try this Key Lime Cake. It did not disappoint! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was perfectly tangy. I loved the combination of lime and graham cracker. This cake is defi


Rizvanovic Elena
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I'm a novice baker, so I was a little intimidated by this recipe at first. But I'm so glad I gave it a try! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the cake turned out perfectly. My friends and family loved it, and I'm sure I'll be making


Lebo Motsepe
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I'm always skeptical of recipes that claim to be 'easy' or 'quick', but this Key Lime Cake recipe actually lived up to its promises. It was incredibly easy to make and only took about an hour from start to finish. The cake was also delicious, with a


Muzammil Khokhar
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I'm always on the lookout for gluten-free desserts that are actually good. This Key Lime Cake exceeded my expectations! The gluten-free graham cracker crust was a perfect match for the zesty lime filling. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone with


mianmuhammad misnmuhammad
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I love anything lime flavored, so I knew I had to try this cake. It did not disappoint! The lime flavor was prominent but not overpowering, and the cake itself was moist and delicious. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Kago Kelvin
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As a seasoned baker, I can confidently say that this Key West Key Lime Cake recipe is a keeper. The flavor combination of lime and graham cracker is simply irresistible. The cake was a perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the frosting was light and


Md. sadika
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. The bright lime flavor was a refreshing change from the usual chocolate or vanilla cakes.


Delaney Dreyer
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I'm not much of a baker, but this Key Lime Cake was easy to make and turned out perfectly! My family loved it, and I'll definitely be making it again.


Sheila mylene Montecino
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This Key West Key Lime Cake was an absolute delight! The zesty lime flavor perfectly balanced the sweetness of the cake, and the graham cracker crust added a delicious crunch. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was smooth and creamy. I h


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