Creamy Key Lime Pudding Recipe
Indulge in the zesty and creamy goodness of this homemade Creamy Key Lime Pudding. A delightful dessert that balances tangy lime flavor with a velvety smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop, Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Zest:
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
Lime Juice Mixture:
- 3/4 cup fresh lime or key lime juice
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
Whipped Cream:
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Zest: Combine lime zest, lime juice, sugar, and eggs in a saucepan. Simmer over medium-low heat until thickened. Strain and chill.
- Whipped Cream: Whip cream and confectioners sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold into chilled pudding.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 48 hours.
Notes
- For a more intense lime flavor, you can add a bit of lime extract.
- Key lime juice adds a distinctive flavor, but regular lime juice works well too.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: Creamy Key Lime Pudding, Key Lime Dessert, Homemade Lime Pudding
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