Lime Delight Recipe

This light and refreshing Lime Delight recipe is a crowd-pleaser! Perfect for summer gatherings or a light dessert, its vibrant lime flavor shines through in this creamy, dreamy concoction. Serve it chilled in lettuce cups for an elegant presentation – your guests will be amazed! (Inspired by a friend's recipe)

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 375 mins
Calories 263.1 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Lime Delight

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How to Make Lime Delight

  1. In a medium bowl, dissolve 1 (3 ounce) package of lime-flavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water.
  2. Let the gelatin mixture cool slightly.
  3. Add 4 ounces (1/2 package) of softened cream cheese to a blender.
  4. Add the cooled gelatin mixture to the blender.
  5. Blend on medium speed until completely smooth.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the mixture has set.
  7. In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  8. Gently fold the whipped cream into the set gelatin mixture along with 1 cup of drained crushed pineapple.
  9. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
  10. Pour the mixture into individual serving dishes or a larger mold.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  12. For an elegant presentation, serve chilled in crisp lettuce cups.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

70g

Fat

61g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lime Delight?

Lime Delight takes about 395 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 375 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lime Delight?

Lime Delight has approximately 263.1 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lime Delight?

The key ingredients for Lime Delight are Lime Jell O Gelatin, Cream Cheese, Whipping Cream, Crushed Pineapple. See the full list with measurements above.

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