Easy Lemon Lush Dessert Recipe
This Easy Lemon Lush Dessert is refreshing and perfect for summer gatherings. It combines a crispy crust, creamy layers, and a bright lemon flavor that everyone loves.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter melted
- 0.5 cups pecans chopped
- 1 cups powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 package instant lemon pudding mix 3.4 oz size
- 3 cups milk cold
- 1 container whipped topping 8 oz, thawed
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, melted butter, and chopped pecans until evenly combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
- In another bowl, whisk together the lemon pudding mix and cold milk until thickened and smooth. Spread over the cream cheese layer.
- Top with the whipped topping and spread it evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let the layers set.
Notes
For an extra lemony kick, grate some lemon zest on top before serving.