Key Lime Puddings

By luvs2cook

Ingredients

• 4 egg yolks
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 tablespoons finely grated fresh lime zest
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups crushed crisp sugar or coconut cookies
• 6 thin lime slices for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place the egg yolks in a bowl and whisk until pale yellow. Add the milk, juice and zest and whisk until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until set, about 4 hours or overnight.

2. Pour the cream into a bowl and beat with a whisk or electric mixer just until the cream begins to thicken. Add the sugar and vanilla and continue to beat until the cream holds its shape well. Be very careful not to overbeat if using an electric mixer.

3. Layer the cookie crumbs, lime pudding and cream into 6 (6 oz) glasses or dishes, dividing evenly. Refrigerate until ready to serve, at least 1 hour. Garnish with lime slices and serve chilled.