Buttery Key Lime Cake

Indulge in the tangy and sweet flavors of Buttery Key Lime Cake with this simple and delicious recipe. This cake offers a perfect balance of zesty lime and creamy butter, creating a mouthwatering treat that will satisfy your dessert cravings.

Why Make This Recipe

If you’re a fan of citrusy desserts and love the refreshing taste of key lime, this cake is a must-try. The combination of Lime Jello, Key Lime Juice, and cream cheese frosting creates a unique and delightful flavor profile that is sure to impress your taste buds.

How to Make Buttery Key Lime Cake

Ingredients:

• • 2 1/2 cups of flour

• • 1 – 3 ounce package of Lime Jello

• • 1/2 teaspoon of salt

• • 1 teaspoon of baking powder

• • 1 teaspoon of baking soda

• • 1 1/2 cups of sugar

• • 1 1/2 cups of vegetable oil

• • 3/4 cup of Nellie and Joe’s Key Lime Juice

• • 1 Tablespoon of lemon juice

• • 1/2 teaspoon of Vanilla

• • 5 large eggs – beaten

• • 1 teaspoon of lime green food coloring gel

• • 1 stick of butter – softened

• • 1 package of cream cheese – 8 ounces

• • 1 pound of powdered sugar

• • 3 – 4 drops of lemon juice

Directions:

1. 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

1. 1. Grease and flour a 9 X 13 inch dish.

1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine Lime Jello, sugar, flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.

1. 1. Add oil, Key Lime Juice, vanilla, eggs, and lime green food coloring. Mix well.

1. 1. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.

1. 1. For the icing, cream together butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar.

1. 1. Add lemon juice and mix until smooth.

1. 1. Ice the cooled cake and sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs or green sugars.

1. 1. Garnish with a slice of lime before serving.

How to Serve Buttery Key Lime Cake

Serve slices of Buttery Key Lime Cake as a delightful dessert after a meal or enjoy it with tea or coffee for a sweet treat during the day.

How to Store Buttery Key Lime Cake

Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It’s best to enjoy this cake fresh for optimal flavor and texture.

Tips to Make Buttery Key Lime Cake

• • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before baking to achieve a smooth batter.

• • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake texture.

• • Adjust the amount of lime juice and food coloring to suit your taste preferences.

Variation

For a tropical twist, try adding shredded coconut to the cake batter or sprinkling toasted coconut on top of the frosting for added texture and flavor.

Buttery Key Lime Cake

Author: Maria Courses: Desert

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time

Servings: 12 Calories: 300

Best Season: spring

Description

Enjoy the perfect balance of zesty lime and creamy butter with this mouthwatering Buttery Key Lime Cake. Indulge in the sweet and tangy flavors that make this cake a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

• 2 ¹⁄₂ cups flour
• 1 3 ounce package Lime Jello
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 ¹⁄₂ cups sugar
• 1 ¹⁄₂ cups vegetable oil
• ³⁄₄ cup Nellie and Joe's Key Lime Juice
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla
• 5 large eggs beaten
• 1 teaspoon lime green food coloring gel
• 1 stick butter (softened)
• 1 package cream cheese (8 ounces)
• 1 pound powdered sugar
• 3-4 drops lemon juice

Directions

1. Step 1

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour a 9 X 13 inch dish.
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2. Step 2

   In a mixing bowl, combine Lime Jello, sugar, flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
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3. Step 3

   Add oil, Key Lime Juice, vanilla, eggs, and lime green food coloring. Mix well.
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4. Step 4

   Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
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5. Step 5

   For the icing, cream together butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar. Add lemon juice and mix until smooth.
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6. Step 6

   Ice the cooled cake and sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs or green sugars. Garnish with a slice of lime before serving.
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Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22g34%

Saturated Fat 10g50%

Cholesterol 75mg25%

Sodium 200mg9%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%

Sugars 25g

Protein 4g8%

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Vitamin A 350 IU

Vitamin C 15 mg

Calcium 80 mg

Iron 2 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Key lime cake, lime jello cake, cream cheese frosting, citrus dessert, buttery cake