Description
Indulge in the light and refreshing taste of Lemon Lush Cake, the perfect dessert for any gathering. This layered delight features a crunchy pecan crust topped with creamy lemon layers and a fluffy whipped topping, making it a crowd-pleaser that satisfies your sweet tooth. Whether it’s a summer picnic, birthday celebration, or simply a well-deserved treat, this cake is sure to impress your guests with its vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation. Easy to prepare, even novice bakers can whip up this delightful dessert in no time.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 2 packages instant lemon pudding mix (3.4 ounces each)
- 2 cups milk
- 8 ounces whipped topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- For the pecan layer, process pecans in a food processor until smooth. Combine with flour, melted butter, and sugar; press into a greased 9×13 baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.
- For the lemon cream cheese layer, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth; spread over the cooled crust.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk and pudding mix until thickened; spread over cream cheese layer.
- Top with whipped topping and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg