🍋🍋When life gives you lemon, brighten your dessert table with this Fantastic Lemon Lush. 🍋🍋
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
For the Lemon Layer:
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant lemon pudding mix
3 cups cold milk
For the Topping:
1 cup heavy whipping cream (additional for topping)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Lemon zest, for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare the Crust:
Combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Place in the fridge to set while preparing the next layer.
Whip Cream Cheese Layer:
In a bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1 cup of powdered sugar until smooth. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture gently. Spread this layer over the graham cracker crust and return to the fridge to set.
Lemon Layer:
Whisk together the lemon pudding mix and cold milk until it thickens, which should take about 5 minutes. Spread this lemon layer over the cream cheese layer and let it chill in the fridge until it sets, about 1 hour.
Final Whip Topping:
Whip the additional 1 cup of heavy cream with 1/4 cup of powdered sugar until it reaches stiff peaks. Spread this over the set lemon layer.
Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle the top with lemon zest for a vibrant, citrusy garnish. Allow the dessert to chill for at least 4 hours or overnight to ensure all layers are set.
Enjoy:
Cut into squares and serve chilled for a refreshing and creamy dessert experience.
Remember, you can adjust the amount of lemon zest and sugar to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy your homemade Lemon Lush!
