BEST LAYERED LEMON DESSERT

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Retired nurse Dorothy Pritchett of Wills Point, Texas sends a refrigerator dessert that adds sunshine to a meal's end.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 tablespoons cold butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 cups whipped topping
2 cups sugar
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
3 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon lemon extract

Steps:

  • Cut butter into flour until crumbly. Stir in pecans. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Cool. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until fluffy. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust; chill., In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer., Remove from the heat. , Stir a small amount of hot filling into eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; gently stir in the vinegar, lemon juice, butter and extract. Cool to room temperature without stirring. Spread over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 142mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Ejaz Ur rehman
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Md Mehedi Islam
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The recipe was easy to follow, but the dessert didn't turn out as well as I had hoped.


Abel Kothao
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The dessert was a bit too sweet for my taste.


Mike Ruiz
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I would have liked the lemon flavor to be a bit stronger.


Nkululo Mgoqi
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This dessert is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Jose Angel Cota Robles
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I love that this dessert can be made ahead of time. It's so convenient!


Gggg Gggg
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This dessert is so pretty! It's perfect for a special occasion.


Tancho Divine
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and my dessert turned out great!


surve saif
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This dessert is a family favorite. We make it every year for our holiday gatherings.


Azam a Aazo
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lemon desserts.


Michael Isbill
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This dessert is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious and impressive-looking.


Cutey Andrea & the Gang
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I followed the recipe exactly and my dessert turned out perfectly. I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Md Hasanuzzaman
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This is the best lemon dessert I've ever had! The cake is moist and fluffy, the pudding is creamy and smooth, and the whipped cream is the perfect finishing touch.


Augustine okolo
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I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but this one is an exception. It's so light and refreshing, and the lemon flavor is not overpowering.


Kenneth Wilcox
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This dessert is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for a special treat for my family.


Paras Rajbanshi
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I love the different textures in this dessert. The cake is fluffy, the pudding is creamy, and the whipped cream is light and airy.


basirkhan basirkhan
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The lemon flavor in this dessert is amazing! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Noraiz Akram
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This dessert is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh and delicious.


Ggg Hg
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I made this dessert for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the light and fluffy texture of the cake, the creamy pudding, and the tangy lemon flavor.


Benjamin apol Samwely
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This layered lemon dessert was a delightful treat! The combination of sweet and tangy flavors was perfect, and the different textures of the cake, pudding, and whipped cream made for a truly indulgent dessert.