Chocolate Lime Dessert Recipe

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The pretty pale green color of this refreshing lime gelatin dessert is perfect for a St. Patrick's Day party, but don't be surprised when your family requests it year-round!

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Chocolate Lime Dessert Recipe

Prep: 30 min. + chilling

Yield: 12-15 Servings

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Ingredients

1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin
1-3/4 cups boiling water
2 cups crushed chocolate wafers
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup lime juice
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 cup sugar
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
Pots o' Gold

Directions

In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Refrigerate until partially set, about 1-1/2 hours. In a bowl, combine wafer crumbs and butter; press into a 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Set aside.
Beat gelatin with an electric mixer until foamy. Add the lime and lemon juices. Gradually add sugar, beating until dissolved. While beating, slowly add the milk; mix well. Pour over prepared crust. Refrigerate until set. Garnish with Pots o' Gold if desired.

Originally published as Chocolate Lime Dessert in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2003, p193