Best 4 Lemon Cream Dessert Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful world of lemon cream desserts, where tangy bursts of citrus dance harmoniously with the velvety embrace of creamy textures. As you embark on this culinary journey, discover a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. From the classic elegance of a simple lemon cream pie to the innovative allure of layered lemon mousse, immerse yourself in a world of delectable treats that showcase the versatility and charm of this timeless dessert.

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LEMON CREAM DESSERT



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My friend Mary and I enjoy coming up with innovative menus to try out on our husbands at our weekly Saturday night dinners. We combined 60-plus years of culinary experience to concoct this easy yet yummy layered lemon dessert. Our spouses loved it. -Laurel Adams, Danville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1-1/2 cups sugar
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon cornstarch
1-1/2 cups cold water
3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 cup lemon juice
CRUST:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup cold butter
TOPPING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups cold whole milk
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping thawed

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch; gradually stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and lemon zest. Gently stir in lemon juice. Refrigerate until cool., In a bowl, combine flour and nuts. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., In a bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; carefully spread over crust. Spread with cooled lemon mixture. In another bowl, beat milk and pudding mixes on low for 2 minutes; beat in vanilla. Fold in half of the whipped topping. Spread over lemon layer. Spread with remaining whipped topping. Chill for at least 4 hours before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

EASY LEMON CREAM DESSERT



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I saw this in a magazine while at the hairdresser. Great easy dessert for those wondering how to use their lemons up. Chilling time is cook time. Serve in pretty stemmed glasses. You an also top with a little whipped cream & strawberry for garnish in place of the lemon zest.

Provided by Jen T

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

300 ml heavy cream (whipping cream)
1 (395 g) can sweetened condensed milk
3 lemons, juice and zest of

Steps:

  • Whip the heavy cream.
  • Empty the sweetened condensed milk into a bowl and mix in the juice of 3 lemons and the grated zest of 2.
  • Fold in the whipped cream.
  • Serve the mixture in nice glasses & top with the grated zest of the 3rd lemon.
  • Place in fridge to chill.

LEMON CREAM DESSERT CAKE



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This takes a cake mix to the max. A very spectacular presentation and luscious to eat. I love this cake in the summertime!

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 ten inch tube cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (18 ounce) package white cake mix
1 cup water
1/3 cup cooking oil
3 egg whites
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoon lemons, rind of, finely shredded
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 -3 drops yellow food coloring
1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (9 ounce) package frozen whipped topping, thawed (Cool Whip)
1 (3 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon lemon, rind of, finely shredded
blueberries
strawberry, sliced
1 lemon, rind of, cut in short thin strips

Steps:

  • Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.
  • In large mixing bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil and egg whites with an electric mixer on low speed until moistened.
  • Beat for 2 minutes on high speed.
  • Set aside 2 cups of the batter.
  • In a small bowl, beat egg yolks on high speed for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the 2-cups reserved batter, the lemon peel, lemon juice and food coloring.
  • Layer batters alternately in prepared pan, beginning and ending with yellow batter.
  • Using a narrow spatula, gently swirl through batters to marble.
  • Bake in a 350°F oven about 45 minutes or until it tests done with toothpick.
  • Cool on wire rack for 15 minutes; remove from pan and cool completely on wire racks.
  • For Frosting: In large mixing bowl, beat powdered sugar and cream cheese until smooth.
  • Fold in the frozen whipped dessert topping.
  • In a small bowl, mix vanilla pudding mix and milk with electric mixer on ow speed for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in 1 tablespoon shredded lemon peel.
  • Fold the pudding into the cream cheese mixture.
  • To Assemble Cake: Cut cake horizontally into three layers.
  • Spread some of the frosting between layers.
  • Frost entire cake with remaining frosting.
  • Garnish with blueberries, sliced strawberries and small pieces of lemon peel.

LEMON CREAM DESSERT



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This recipe is delicious. I have made it several times and was always asked for the recipe. Takes a bit of time to make, but well worth it. If you love lemon, you will love this creamy dessert. Originally published in Taste of Home June/July 2002.

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 - 1/2 c sugar
1/3 c plus 1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
1 - 1/2 c cold water
3 Tbsp butter, cubed
2 tsp grated lemon peel
1/2 c lemon juice
CRUST
1 c all-purpose flour
1 c finely chopped walnuts
1/2 c cold butter
TOPPING
1 pkg (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 c confectioners' sugar
2 c cold milk
2 pkg (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • 1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch; gradually stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and lemon peel. Gently stir in lemon juice. Refrigerate until cool.
  • 2. In a bowl, combine flour and nuts. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press onto the bottom of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
  • 3. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; carefully spread over crust. Spread with cooled lemon mixture. In another bowl, beat milk and pudding mixes on low for 2 minutes; beat in vanilla. Fold in half of the whipped topping. Spread over lemon layer. Spread with remaining whipped topping. Chill for at least 4 hours before cutting.

Tips:

  • For perfectly smooth lemon cream, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before chilling.
  • Use fresh lemon zest for the best flavor. Avoid using bottled or jarred lemon zest, as it can be bitter and overpowering.
  • If you don't have any heavy cream on hand, you can use milk instead. However, the dessert will be slightly less rich and creamy.
  • For a lighter dessert, use low-fat or non-fat milk instead of heavy cream.
  • Serve the lemon cream dessert chilled for the best flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Lemon cream dessert is a classic and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its light and airy texture, bright lemon flavor, and creamy richness, lemon cream dessert is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to impress your guests, give lemon cream dessert a try. You won't be disappointed!

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