Key Lime Charlotte Recipe
Pecan praline, lady fingers, blackberry compote
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Ingredients
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Pecan Praline
Lady Fingers
Key Lime Filling
Blackberry Compote
Method
Pecan Praline
- 1
- 2
Cool the Praline
Pour the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread it out evenly. Let it cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
Lady Fingers
- 3
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 4
Make the Batter
In a bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until pale and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract, flour, and baking powder, and mix until just combined.
- 5
Shape the Lady Fingers
Spoon the batter into a piping bag and pipe 3-inch long strips onto the prepared baking sheet.
- 6
Bake the Lady Fingers
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the lady fingers are lightly golden. Remove and let cool.
Key Lime Filling
- 7
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the key lime juice and sweetened condensed milk, mixing until well combined.
- 8
Fold in Whipped Cream
Gently fold in the whipped cream and key lime zest until just incorporated.
