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Lemon Lush Recipe

Lemon Lush, also known as lemon lasagna, is full of lemony and creamy layers on top of a sweet cookie crust. Top with fresh strawberries!

Prep Time
30 mins
Additional Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 15 servings
Calories: 440 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 36 golden Oreo cookies
  • 6 tablespoons butter melted
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 teaspoons lemon extract divided
  • 2 cups heavy cream divided
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 6.8 oz lemon instant pudding mix two - 3.4 oz packages
  • 3 cups milk cold
  • strawberries fresh, for garnish, optional

Instructions

layer 1-
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  1. Crush the golden oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin.
  2. Place into a bowl and stir in melted butter until well combined.
  3. Press into the bottom of a 9x13 glass baking dish. Refrigerate.
layer 2-
  1. In a large bowl, using a hand mixer, whip cream cheese, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, 1 teaspoon of the lemon extract and 1/2 cup of the heavy cream until thick and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  2. Spread evenly over the bottom layer of cookies. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
layer 3-
  1. Mix together cold milk and instant lemon pudding mix for 2 minutes until completely combined.
  2. Pour over second layer before it sets completely and spread evenly. Cover and return to refrigerator.
layer 4-
  1. Whip remaining 1 1/2 cups of heavy cream with remaining teaspoon of lemon extract, vanilla extract and powdered sugar until stiff peaks have formed.
  2. Spread over the top and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Slice into squares and top with fresh strawberries, if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 440kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 43g (14%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 15g (75%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 69mg (23%) Sodium 288mg (12%) Potassium 154mg (4%) Fiber 0.5g (2%) Sugar 21g (42%) Vitamin A 889IU (18%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 106mg (11%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 15servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 440

% Daily Value*

Calories 440kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 43g 14%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 29g 45%
Saturated Fat 15g 75%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 69mg 23%
Sodium 288mg 12%
Potassium 154mg 3%
Fiber 0.5g 2%
Sugar 21g 42%
Vitamin A 889IU 18%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 106mg 11%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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