Lemon Lush
Indulge in the refreshing, zesty delight of Lemon Lush, a no-fuss layered dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This crowd-pleaser features a buttery, pecan-studded crust topped with velvety layers of sweetened cream cheese, tangy lemon pudding, and fluffy whipped topping. With its balance of creamy textures and bright citrus flavors, Lemon Lush offers a perfect make-ahead treat for potlucks, holidays, or summertime gatherings. Ready in just 25 minutes of prep, this chilled dessert serves 12 and will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re craving a vibrant dessert or looking for a showstopper that’s easy to make, Lemon Lush is your new go-to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 16 oz frozen whipped topping (thawed)
- 6.8 oz instant lemon pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, unsalted butter (softened), and chopped pecans. Stir until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely before proceeding.
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and fluffy. Fold in half of the whipped topping (8 oz).
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
In another bowl, whisk together the instant lemon pudding mix and cold milk until the mixture is thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Spread the lemon pudding layer evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Spread the remaining whipped topping (8 oz) over the lemon pudding layer for the final topping.
Refrigerate the Lemon Lush for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow all the layers to set properly.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4627 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 256.5 g | 329% | |
| Saturated Fat | 150.1 g | 750% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 413 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 3631 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 540.4 g | 197% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 362.2 g | ||
| Protein | 56.9 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.3 mcg | 46% | |
| Calcium | 1204 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1869 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
