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Mexican Lime Icebox Cake

Mexican Lime Icebox Cake: A No-Bake Summer Delight

Mexican Lime Icebox Cake is a refreshing no-bake dessert combining crispy cookies and creamy lime filling, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk Can substitute with additional cream or milk
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Alternatives include agave syrup
  • 1/2 cup Lime Juice Use fresh lime juice for best results
Cookies
  • 2 packages Maria Cookies Can substitute with graham crackers or vanilla wafers
Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Options include coconut cream for non-dairy version
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste or substitute with powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Vanilla essence can work as an alternative
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Adds a zesty finish
  • 1 whole Lime Slices For decoration
  • 1 cup Berries Adds color and sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Cookie Crumbs For texture contrast

Equipment

  • 6 x 3 inch springform pan
  • Blender
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a 6 x 3 inch springform pan with parchment paper, covering the bottom and sides.
  2. In a blender, combine the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and fresh lime juice. Blend until smooth.
  3. Start layering the cake with lime cream and Maria cookies alternately in the prepared pan.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Prepare the whipped cream by beating heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  6. Remove the cake from the pan, top with whipped cream and optional garnishes, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best chilled overnight for optimal texture and flavor. Use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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