Lemon Lush Dessert
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Lemon Lush Dessert
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Light, summer dessert that starts with a shortbread crust and is topped with layers of cream cheese, lemon pudding and whipped topping.
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Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¼ cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), softened
Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 8 ounces container whipped topping, thawed
Pudding Layer
- 2 boxes instant lemon pudding 3.4 ounces each
- 3 cup cold milk
Top Layer
- 8 ounces container whipped topping thawed
Garnish options
- zest of lemon
- lemon slices
Instructions
Shortbread Crust
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Spray 13x9 inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
- Add crust ingredients to large bowl and combine using a stand or hand mixer until completely mixed.
- Press crust mixture into prepared 13x9 baking dish.
- Place in preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and set aside to cool completely.
Cream Cheese Layer
- In a large mixing bowl cream together softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
- Stir in zest, juice and whipped topping to cream cheese mixture until smooth.
- Spread cream cheese mixture over cooled crust.
- Place in refrigerator to chill at least 30 minutes.
Lemon Pudding Layer
- In a large bowl, combine pudding mix and milk until smooth and creamy. Spread over cream cheese layer.
- Place in refrigerator to chill at least 15 minutes or until pudding is set.
Whipped Topping Layer
- Spread remaining whipped topping over pudding layer.
- Optional - add chopped nuts, lemon zest or slices.
- Place in refrigerator until ready to serve at least 1 hour.
- Store leftovers in refrigerator in airtight container.
Notes
- Crust Tip: I love walnut or pecans in the crust, but you could also use almonds. Whichever nut you decide to use, be sure to finely chop them. The easiest way to do this is in a food processor.
- Whipped Topping Substitute: You can use homemade whipped cream instead of whipped topping for this dessert. Just be sure to whip the heavy cream until it holds stiff peaks. I like the whipped topping because it’s easier – one less step to do.
- Flavor Variations: So, here’s the best thing about this dessert. You can use the same crust and cream cheese filling but switch the pudding flavor and decorations to create a whole new dessert. Lime lush is great – just use lime-flavored pudding! Or, try other flavors to put your own spin on it.
- Make-Ahead Tip: You can make this dessert a day in advance, and the leftovers will keep for two to three days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
244kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
32g
(11%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
26mg
(9%)
Sodium
98mg
(4%)
Potassium
95mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
16g
(32%)
Vitamin A
322IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
65mg
(7%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 244 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 244kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 98mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 322IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
72 reviews
Excellent
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