20-Minute Lemon Lush Recipe
A delightfully refreshing no-bake treat showcasing layers of velvety lemon pudding, sweetened cream cheese, and airy whipped topping over a buttery graham cracker base. Perfect for warm-weather gatherings or a quick indulgent dessert.
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Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 tub 16 oz Cool Whip, thawed and divided
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cups cold milk
- 2 boxes 3.4 oz each instant lemon pudding mix
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 8 oz package cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers approximately 14 large crackers
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter until the mixture is well blended. Firmly press this crumb mixture into the base of a 9x13-inch dish to form an even crust. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
- In a separate bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, lemon juice, and half of the Cool Whip using a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Evenly spread this layer over the chilled graham cracker crust.
- In a large bowl, whisk the lemon pudding mixes with the cold milk for 3 to 5 minutes, until the mixture thickens. Pour and spread this pudding layer uniformly over the cream cheese mixture.
- Gently top the dessert with the remaining Cool Whip, smoothing it over the surface. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
For added presentation and flavor, garnish with graham cracker crumbs or thin slices of lemon before serving.