Description
Lemon Lush Cake is a delightful dessert that brings a refreshing twist to any occasion. With its buttery pecan crust, creamy lemon filling, and fluffy whipped topping, this cake is the ideal treat for summer gatherings, birthdays, or simply indulging in something sweet. The combination of bright lemon flavor and rich textures makes it a crowd-pleaser for all ages. Plus, it’s mostly no-bake, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying with friends and family. Serve it chilled for a refreshing finish to your meal or as a light snack on warm days—this Lemon Lush Cake will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 16 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 packages instant lemon pudding mix
- 8 ounces whipped topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a food processor, chop pecans and mix with flour, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a 9×13 baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
- Combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl; blend until smooth. Spread over the cooled crust.
- Whisk milk with pudding mixes until thickened; spread over the cream cheese layer.
- Top with whipped topping and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use fresh lemon juice for enhanced flavor. For added zest, incorporate lemon zest into both cream cheese and pudding layers. This dessert can be prepared a day in advance for convenience.