Zesty Delight: Key Lime Pie Cake Dessert 🍰🍈
If you’re a fan of the tangy sweetness of key lime pie and the lightness of cake, then this Key Lime Pie Cake dessert is a dream come true! With layers of moist cake infused with zesty lime flavor and a graham cracker crust, this dessert is a refreshing twist on a classic treat. Perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to summer gatherings, this cake will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Zest of 3 limes
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/4 cup key lime juice
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
Directions:
- Preheat Oven and Prep Pans: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of each cake pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lime zest.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Incorporate Lime Juice: Stir in key lime juice and vanilla extract.
- Alternate Additions: Gradually add the flour mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined. Add green food coloring, if desired, and mix until evenly distributed.
- Divide Batter: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Assemble: Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes | Total Time: 45-50 minutes | Servings: 12 slices
Embrace the tantalizing flavors of summer with this Key Lime Pie Cake dessert. Each bite is a burst of citrusy goodness, balanced perfectly with the sweetness of the cake. Whether enjoyed as a decadent dessert or a delightful afternoon treat, this cake is sure to impress!