Creamy vegan key lime pie trifle layered with zesty lime, dairy-free cream, and cookie crumbs. A refreshing plant-based dessert.
🧾 Ingredients
Crust Layer
- 1½ cups vegan graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil or vegan butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Key Lime Cream Layer
- 1½ cups full-fat coconut milk (chilled)
- ½ cup dairy-free cream cheese
- ½ cup fresh key lime juice
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- Zest of 2 limes
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Whipped Topping
- 1 cup coconut cream (chilled)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ First, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup until combined.
2️⃣ Next, press the mixture lightly into the bottom of a trifle dish or individual glasses.
3️⃣ Then, blend coconut milk, dairy-free cream cheese, lime juice, maple syrup, lime zest, and vanilla until smooth.
4️⃣ Meanwhile, whip coconut cream with powdered sugar until fluffy.
5️⃣ Afterward, layer lime cream over the crust, followed by whipped topping.
6️⃣ Repeat the layers until the dish is filled.
7️⃣ Finally, chill for at least 2 hours before serving for best texture.
💡 Tips & Variations
- For extra tang, add more lime zest.
- Alternatively, use lemon juice for a lemon trifle.
- For gluten-free, use GF graham crackers.
- For added crunch, layer toasted coconut or nuts.
- Additionally, serve in jars for parties.
🌟 Benefits of Vegan Key Lime Pie Trifle
First, this dessert is completely dairy-free and egg-free.
Additionally, key lime juice adds vitamin C.
Moreover, coconut cream provides satisfying richness.
Furthermore, it’s a no-bake recipe, saving time and energy.
In addition, it’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup.
Finally, it’s light, refreshing, and perfect for warm weather.
📊 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 360
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
To make this trifle kid-friendly, reduce lime juice slightly for a milder flavor. Use vanilla cookies instead of graham crackers and top with dairy-free white chocolate chips or colorful fruit.
