Refreshing Lemon Lush Cake (Print-Friendly Format)

Layers of nutty crust, lemon cream cheese, silky pudding, and whipped topping offer a cool, tangy delight.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 125 grams all-purpose flour
02 - 25 grams granulated sugar
03 - 30 grams pecans or walnuts, finely chopped
04 - 113 grams unsalted butter, softened

→ Cream Cheese Layer

05 - 225 grams cream cheese, softened
06 - 200 grams granulated sugar
07 - Zest of 1 lemon
08 - Juice of 1 lemon
09 - 225 grams whipped topping, thawed

→ Pudding Layer

10 - 2 packets (96 grams total) instant lemon pudding mix
11 - 710 millilitres cold milk

→ Top Layer

12 - 225 grams whipped topping, thawed

→ Optional Garnishes

13 - Lemon zest
14 - Thin lemon slices

# How to Make It:

01 - Set the oven to 175°C and allow it to reach temperature while preparing the crust.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend flour, granulated sugar, finely chopped nuts, and softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
03 - Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of a 23×33 cm baking dish. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until lightly golden. Cool completely before proceeding.
04 - With a mixer, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until silky. Incorporate lemon zest and juice, mixing until evenly combined. Using a spatula, gently fold in whipped topping. Spread this mixture uniformly over the cooled crust.
05 - In a separate bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk for 2–3 minutes, allowing it to thicken. Evenly distribute the pudding mixture over the cream cheese layer.
06 - Spread the remaining whipped topping across the surface of the pudding layer, smoothing it gently for a uniform finish.
07 - Optionally, sprinkle additional lemon zest and decorate with thin lemon slices.
08 - Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
09 - Slice into squares and serve chilled.

# Additional Information:

01 - The flavours intensify if prepared a day in advance and left to chill overnight.
02 - Leftover portions should be stored in the refrigerator, covered, and enjoyed within 5 days.
03 - For a nut-free version, omit nuts in the crust or substitute with an equal weight of crushed graham crackers.
04 - Enhance presentation with alternative garnishes like fresh berries, mint leaves, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

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