The Lemon Lush Cake, also known as Lemon Lush Dessert or Lemon Lush Bars, is a delightful layered dessert that features a buttery crust, tangy lemon filling, smooth cream cheese layer, and whipped topping. Here’s a recipe for the Lemon Lush Cake, also known as the Rockstar Mommy version:
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Lemon Layer:
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
For Topping:
- Additional whipped topping or whipped cream
- Lemon zest or lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until well combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- Prepare the Lemon Layer:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant lemon pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened.
- Fold in the whipped topping or whipped cream until well combined.
- Spread the lemon pudding mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer:
- In another mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the whipped topping or whipped cream until well combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the lemon layer in the baking dish.
- Chill:
- Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate the Lemon Lush Cake for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Serve:
- Before serving, top the chilled Lemon Lush Cake with additional whipped topping or whipped cream.
- Garnish with lemon zest or lemon slices, if desired, for a decorative touch.
- Slice into squares and serve chilled.
- Enjoy!