Best 2 Lemon Dreams Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and refreshing dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth? If so, then you need to try lemon dreams. This classic dessert is made with a creamy lemon filling, a buttery graham cracker crust, and a fluffy whipped topping. It's the perfect treat for any occasion, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create this delightful dessert that is both easy to make and incredibly delicious.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON DREAMS



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A buttery cookie with a luscious lemon filling is simply hard to resist. Every time I serve these elegant cookies, I'm asked for the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
2/3 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, beaten
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter, melted
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add flour and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make an indentation in the center of each. , Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool., For filling, in a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in lemon juice until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir for 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; gently stir in butter and lemon zest. Cool., Spoon 1/2 teaspoonful into each cookie. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

LEMON DREAMS



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Categories     Dessert     Bake

Number Of Ingredients 10

Crust:
1/2 cup butter or margerine
1/4 cup confectioner's sugar
1 cup flour
pinch of salt
Top layer:
2 slightly beaten eggs
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons (fresh) lemon juice

Steps:

  • For the crust: Cream butter and sugar together. Add salt and flour gradually. Mix well. Press into an 8 x 8 pan and bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes (Crust will not be brown). Top layer: Combine all ingredients and pour over hot crust as soon as you remove it from the oven. Reurn to oven and bake another 20-25 minutes until the top layer is set. Run a knife around the edges of the pan when you take it out of the oven as they are sometimes hard to cut. When cool, sprinkle with more confectioner's sugar and cut into squares. You can double this recipe and put it in a 9 by 13 pan .

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Zest Your Lemons Before Juicing: Zesting your lemons before juicing them will give you more flavor and aroma in your recipes.
  • Use Fresh Lemon Juice: Fresh lemon juice is always best, but if you don't have any on hand, you can use bottled lemon juice in a pinch. Just be sure to use 100% lemon juice, not lemon-lime juice.
  • Don't Overcook Your Lemon Dishes: Lemon dishes can easily be overcooked, so be careful not to cook them for too long. Otherwise, the lemons will become bitter and the dish will be ruined.
  • Serve Lemon Dishes Immediately: Lemon dishes are best served immediately after they are made. This will help to preserve the bright flavor and aroma of the lemons.

Conclusion:

Lemon is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of sweet and savory dishes. Its bright flavor and aroma can add a refreshing touch to any meal. Whether you're making a simple lemon vinaigrette or a complex lemon meringue pie, there's a lemon recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a way to add some zest to your cooking, reach for a lemon.

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