Zesty Mexican Lime and Avocado Tart with Tequila Whipped Cream

Name: Zesty Mexican Lime and Avocado Tart with Tequila Whipped Cream
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: Graham cracker crumbs; Granulated sugar; Unsalted butter, melted; Ripe avocados, peeled and pitted; Sweetened condensed milk; Fresh lime juice; Lime zest; Heavy whipping cream; Powdered sugar; Tequila; Lime slices; Fresh mint leaves

A refreshing tart with a Tequila twist

This tart combines the creamy richness of avocados with the zest of fresh limes, all topped with a luxurious tequila-infused whipped cream.

1 h 30 min
8
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Crust

Graham cracker crumbs

1 ½ cups

Granulated sugar

⅓ cup

Unsalted butter, melted

½ cup

For the Filling

Ripe avocados, peeled and pitted

Sweetened condensed milk

1 cup

Fresh lime juice

¾ cup (about 6-7 limes)

Lime zest

1 tablespoon

For the Tequila Whipped Cream

Heavy whipping cream

1 cup

Powdered sugar

2 tablespoons

Tequila

1 tablespoon

For Garnish

Lime slices

Fresh mint leaves

Preparation

Preparing the Crust

Preheat and combine

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.

Make sure all ingredients are well mixed for an even crust.

Press into pan

Press the mixture into the bottom of a tart pan to form an even crust.

Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before baking for a firmer base.

Bake crust

Bake the crust for 10 minutes until lightly golden and set.

Preparing the Filling

Combine ingredients

In a blender or food processor, combine avocados, sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and zest.

Use perfectly ripe avocados and limes for the best flavor.

Blend until smooth

Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Avoid over-blending to prevent the filling from becoming too liquidy.

Assemble tart

Pour the filling evenly over the prepared crust.

Cooking Process

Baking the Crust

Bake the crust for 10 minutes until lightly golden and set.

Temperature: 350°F (175°C); Time: 10 minutes

Setting the Tart

Refrigerate the filled tart for at least 1 hour to set the filling.

Chill in refrigerator at standard refrigerator temperature for 1 hour

Whipping the Cream

Using a stand mixer, whip together the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and tequila until soft peaks form.

Plating & Serving