Key Lime Cake Recipe

Name: Key Lime Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake; 1 box yellow cake mix (18.25 oz); 3 large eggs; 1 cup water; 1/3 cup canola oil; Key Lime Curd; 1 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup Key Lime Juice; 4 egg yolks, beaten; 4 teaspoons butter; 1 teaspoon Key Lime zest; Meringue; 4 egg whites; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; 3/4 cup sugar

Servings: persons

Cake
1 box yellow cake mix (18.25 oz)
3 large eggs
1 cup water
1/3 cup canola oil
Key Lime Curd
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup Key Lime Juice
4 egg yolks, beaten
4 teaspoons butter
1 teaspoon Key Lime zest
Meringue
4 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup sugar

1
Pour mixed cake batter into 2 - 9 inch greased and floured round baking pans. Bake in preheated 350' oven for 25-30 mintues until done. Cool for 10 minutes and then remove from pan.
2
To make curd. Combine sugar, cornstarch and salt in saucepan. Stir in water and lime juice until smooth. Bring to boil over medium heat: cook and stir 1-2 minutes until thick. Remove from heat and stir a small amount of hot filling into beaten egg yolks to temper. Return all yolks to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil: cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter & zest. Cool completely.
3
Meringue: In a mixing bowl: beat egg whites and cream of tartar. Gradually beat in sugar on high until stiff peaks form.
4
To assembly: Place bottom layer on an ovenproof serving platter (flat round pizza sheet) Spread lime curd evenly onto cake layer. Top with second layer. Spread meringue over tops and sides (just like icing). Bake in preheated 350' oven for 10-15 minutes until meringue is lightly browned. Once cooled either service or refrigerate.

993

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake, 1 box yellow cake mix (18.25 oz), 3 large eggs, 1 cup water, and more.

Yes, Key Lime Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Key Lime Cake

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