Luscious Lemon Lush
Brighten up your dessert table with Luscious Lemon Lush, a tangy, creamy layered treat that's as beautiful as it is delicious! This no-fuss dessert begins with a buttery pecan crust baked to golden perfection, followed by a dreamy, sweet cream cheese layer, and topped with vibrant lemon pudding for a zest-packed punch. A final cloud of whipped topping and optional lemon zest garnish make this dessert irresistibly refreshing. Perfect for any gathering or sunny afternoon treat, it's easy to make in just 30 minutes of prep time and serves a crowd of 12. Whether you're a fan of classic lemon desserts or hunting for a show-stopping chilled dish, this Lemon Lush is sure to impress!
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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 whipped topping (like Cool Whip), divided
- 2 3.4 oz packages instant lemon pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, softened unsalted butter, and chopped pecans. Mix until the ingredients are fully incorporated and form a crumbly dough.
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
In another mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and blend until fully combined. Then fold in 8 oz of the whipped topping.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust, creating the first layer.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant lemon pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes, or until thickened.
Pour and spread the lemon pudding mixture over the cream cheese layer, creating the second layer.
Spread the remaining 8 oz of whipped topping over the lemon pudding layer, creating the final layer.
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
Before serving, garnish with lemon zest if desired. Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4704 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 253.8 g | 325% | |
| Saturated Fat | 154.6 g | 773% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 413 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 3586 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 555.0 g | 202% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 358.6 g | ||
| Protein | 62.3 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.3 mcg | 46% | |
| Calcium | 1250 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2096 mg | 45% | |
*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.
