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Luscious Lemon Delight

This is layered lemon dessert is a classic recipe that will take you back to your childhood. It's easy to make, light and refreshing, and perfect for all occasions. 
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cool whip, Lemon Delight
Servings: 20
Calories: 169kcal
Author: Jackie Currie

Ingredients

  • Crust:
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup ground or finely chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • Layers:
  • 8 oz . cream cheese softened
  • 2.5 cups cool whip thawed
  • 2 x 99g pkgs instant lemon pudding
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 cup icing sugar
  • 3 tbsp finely chopped pecans

Instructions

  • Combine crust ingredients and press into 9x13 baking dish. Bake at 350ºF for 15 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Combine cream cheese and icing sugar. Beat smooth and creamy.
  • Fold in 1 cup Cool Whip.
  • Combine and spread over crust.
  • Whisk together puddings and milk until thick. Stir in lemon juice.
  • Spoon over cream cheese layer.
  • Top with remaining Cool Whip.
  • Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
  • Refrigerate 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 79mg | Potassium: 97mg | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 0.5mg