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Layered Lemon Lime Sherbet Bars

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Frozen layered lemon lime sherbet bars have a great balance of sweet and salty, cold and creamy. Plus they have the perfect amount of tart too. Whip some up to see for yourself.

Lemon lime sherbet bar on plate showing crumb crust, pale green lime layer and yellow lemon curd on top with a lime peel spiral for garnish, ready to eat.

This easy lime sherbet dessert is quick to throw together. It is a perfect make ahead treat for so many occasions, you will find yourself make up excuses to make another batch.

As the weather turns warmer, easy no bake desserts become an even more attractive option. And the sweet tart combination that comes from citrus makes it extra refreshing.

Lime sherbet bar ingredients including crackers, butter, sherbet, ice cream, eggs, butter and more ready to be made into bars.

Homemade ice cream is always a good choice. We have even made super simple 3 ingredient key lime sherbet and homemade lemon ice cream, both of which are great summer treats.

But sometimes breaking out the ice cream maker isn’t in the cards. That’s where fun desserts like these bars come into play.

Much like fried ice cream bars, this recipe starts with ready made ice cream and sherbet and makes it into a whole new thing.

And much like the fried ice cream bars, these would also be perfect for Cinco de Mayo. The salty crust pairs with the lime much like the rim of a margarita glass pairs with the drink!

Crust substitution ideas

The cracker crumbs add such a nice buttery bit of salt to balance out the bars. But you can use your imagination to make these bars your own.

Pretzel crumbs would be fun. They would keep that bit of salt but also nod towards the always popular jello pretzel salad.

Top of lime sherbet bars with lime curd and zest on top.

If sweet and salty isn’t your thing, go full sweet. Graham cracker crumbs or crushed vanilla wafers would make a great crust.

Different filling flavors

The green lime sherbet is perfect for summer, Cinco de Mayo or even St. Patrick’s Day. But you could easily use any flavor of sherbet.

Pineapple sherbet would be reminiscent of the famous Dole whip. In fact, the bars might even be better!

lime sherbet bar with lemon and lime slices on small plate, ready to eat.

Orange sherbet with blood orange curd would make a tasty option. Plus the shades would be reminiscent of a sunset.

Or use strawberry or raspberry for a pretty pink dessert. Either would be good with lime curd or lemon curd.

If making curd isn’t your thing, top the bars with whipped cream or whipped topping instead. Or pick up a can of lemon pie filling or a jar of premade curd. There are so many tasty options.

bite of layered lime sherbet bar on fork showing cracker crust, creamy sherbet center and bright lime curd topping.

Toss on some fresh fruit to make it extra pretty and everyone will be impressed. They would never believe how easy it was to make, so I wouldn’t even bother telling them!

Storing your bars

These bars can be enjoyed in as little as a few hours. You just want to freeze them for long enough to get the sherbet firm enough to cut into squares.

However this is a great make ahead recipe as well. You can assemble and freeze the bars up to three months ahead of time, just be sure to top the pan with a tight fitting lid or wrap well to avoid freezer burn or taking on flavors from the freezer.

If you like lime desserts, you should also check out my homemade key lime ice cream, key lime pie with condensed milk or maybe no bake mini key lime cheesecakes. Both are fabulous!

Did you make this recipe? Please leave a review in the recipe card below!

Layered frozen lime sherbet bar with lime curd topping and a lime twist on top, ready to eat.

Lemon Lime Sherbet Bars

Servings: 12 Servings
Author: Carlee
Enjoy the delightful combination of sweet, salty, and tart flavors with these lemon lime sherbet bars. They're cold, creamy, and absolutely delicious! Treat yourself to a batch today and see for yourself.
5 from 16 ratings
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Additional Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients
 

Cracker Crust

  • 3 cups Ritz cracker crumbs ~2 sleeves*
  • ½ cup granulated sugar

Filling

  • ¾ cups unsalted butter melted
  • 1 quart vanilla ice cream softened
  • 1 quart lime sherbet softened

Lemon Curd

  • 6 eggs
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 cups lemon juice
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted

Instructions
 

  • Combine the cracker crumbs, melted butter and sugar in an ungreased 9×13-inch pan. Press to form a crust, then freeze until firm. 
    3 cups Ritz cracker crumbs, ½ cup granulated sugar, ¾ cups unsalted butter
  • Combine softened ice cream and sherbet with an electric mixer; spread over the prepared crust. Freeze until firm.
    1 quart vanilla ice cream, 1 quart lime sherbet
  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, whisk together sugar and eggs until smooth and thoroughly combined. Whisk in lemon juice and melted butter.
    6 eggs, 2 cups granulated sugar, 2 cups lemon juice, ½ cup unsalted butter
  • Cook in the microwave on full power for about 3-5 minutes depending on the strength of your microwave. Whisk well after 3 minutes and every minute thereafter. Keep cooking until it is thick and heavily coats the back of a metal spoon. (can push through a fine mesh strainer after cooking to remove any little pieces of egg white) Cover and refrigerate until cool.
  • Once the curd has cooled to room temperature, spread over ice cream mixture. Cover and freeze for 3 hours.
  • Just before serving, remove from the freezer and cut into squares.
  • Bars may be stored in the freezer for up to three months.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 559kcalCarbohydrates: 72gProtein: 6gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 139mgSodium: 215mgFiber: 2gSugar: 57g

Nutritional Disclaimer

“Cooking With Carlee” is not a dietitian or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories and other nutritional values can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.

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Kelsey Gustafson

Saturday 17th of April 2021

Definitely going to make this again for my family!

Andrea Nine

Friday 16th of April 2021

These are literally some of the prettiest bars I’ve ever seen! Perfect for spring and summer and I love how easy the recipe is! Have a wonderful weekend my friend!

Carlee

Friday 16th of April 2021

Thank you so much!