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Café Key Lime Crunch Tart

Café Key Lime Crunch Tart: Refreshing Flavor for Any Occasion

This stunning Café Key Lime Crunch Tart is an easy no-bake dessert featuring a crunchy coconut-almond crust and refreshing key lime filling.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 8 ounces Lorna Dune Shortbread Cookies Substitute with gluten-free cookies if needed.
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut Unsweetened coconut can be used for a less sweet flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds Swap for pecans or omit for nut-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Omit if using very sweet shortbread cookies.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Coconut oil can be used for dairy-free option.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Vegan condensed milk versions available.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice Bottled key lime juice works in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Reserve some for garnishing.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • tart pan
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a food processor, blend together the Lorna Dune shortbread cookies, sweetened shredded coconut, sliced almonds, and granulated sugar until coarsely chopped. Pour in the melted butter and pulse until a crumbly mixture forms.
  3. Transfer the crust mixture into an 11-inch tart pan and press it down evenly. Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown. Allow it to cool completely.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and lime zest using a spatula.
  5. Pour the lime filling into the cooled crust, smoothing out the surface.
  6. Cover the tart with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set.
  7. After chilling, garnish the tart with whipped cream, a thin slice of lime, and a sprig of fresh mint if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This tart can be made a week in advance and frozen. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 week.

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