Best 5 Lemon Lush Bars Recipes
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Lemon Lush Bars, a delightful dessert that combines a luscious lemon filling nestled between a buttery shortbread crust and a delicate crumb topping. These bars are a symphony of textures and flavors, offering a perfect balance of tart and sweet in every bite. With easy-to-follow recipes for a classic Lemon Lush Bars and a delectable variation featuring a layer of fresh blueberries, this article caters to every taste preference. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, these recipes will guide you in creating a homemade treat that is sure to impress your friends and family.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
LEMON LUSH
This Lemon Lush dessert recipe is perfect for Spring and Summer picnics and gatherings. It's so light and refreshing with 4 layers of bottom pecan crust, lemon cream cheese, lemon pudding and topped with a whipped topping garnished with lemon zest.
Provided by Amanda Formaro
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, melted and cooled butter, finely ground pecans and 1/4 cup sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch baking pan. Bake 20-25 minutes (25 mins works best for me) until golden brown. Allow to cool completely before adding any layers.
- Using a hand electric mixer, combine cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, 1-2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice (2 tablespoons works best for me). Mixture should be even and smooth. Spread evenly on top of the baked and cooled bottom pecan crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk milk and instant lemon pudding mix until set. It may take 4-5 minutes to thicken. Spread evenly on top of the lemon cream cheese mixture.
- Spread thawed whipped topping on top of the pudding layer. Add lemon zest and optional finely chopped pecans. Refrigerate for 1 hour to set before serving. Optionally, you can freeze the Lemon Lush overnight for more defined slices. Do not freeze if you substitute homemade whipped cream because it might not hold up like frozen whipped topping like Cool Whip. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 270 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Sodium 184 mg, Sugar 10 g
LEMON LUSH
We're suckers for sunny citrus treats in the summer, and this cool, creamy lemon lush surely fits the bill.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 5h55m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Make and bake drop cookies as directed on pouch. Cool completely, at least 30 minutes. Set aside 6 cookies for garnish.
- In food processor, process half of the remaining cookies to coarse crumbs. Remove to medium bowl. Continue to process second half of remaining cookies to coarse crumbs; add to bowl. Stir in melted butter until well blended. In ungreased 13x9-inch pan, press cookie crumb mixture firmly in bottom. Set aside.
- In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar and lemon peel with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, scraping down sides of bowl frequently. Beat in 2 cups whipped topping. Spread over cookie crust.
- In another medium bowl, beat dry pudding mix and milk with whisk about 2 minutes or until thick. Spread over cream cheese mixture. Spread remaining whipped topping over pudding layer. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours.
- When ready to serve, place 6 reserved cookies into quart-size resealable food-storage plastic bag. Seal bag; coarsely crush cookies with rolling pin. Sprinkle on top. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Cover and refrigerate any remaining pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 190 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 0 g
LEMON BARS
These easy lemon bars are a delightful recipe from my mother's file. I've been serving it for many years. This easy lemon bar recipe has a wonderful tangy flavor, and they're always a hit. The color and shape make them a nice addition to a platter of cookies. -Etta Soucy, Mesa, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the flour, butter and confectioners' sugar. Pat into an ungreased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes. , For filling, in a small bowl, beat eggs. Add the sugar, flour, baking powder, lemon juice and zest; beat until frothy. Pour over the crust. Bake 25 minutes longer or until light golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
LEMON LUSH
Cool, light desert. I worked for a deli about 15 years ago because I love to cook, and we could not make this fast enough.
Provided by Melaine
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix flour, nuts and margarine. Press in pan. Bake at 375 for 15 minutes.
- Combine cream cheese, sugar and cool whip.
- Spread on crust.
- Mix pudding and milk, beat and spread on cream cheese mixture.
- Top with cool whip and sprinkle on nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.7, Fat 28.6, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 49.7, Sodium 258.9, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 13.5, Protein 7.9
LEMON LUSH BARS
Steps:
- Bottom: Mix all together and press evenly in bottom of pan. Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes. Cool thoroughly. Second Layer Mix well together and spread on top of cooled crust. Third Layer Mix together and spread carefully in pan. Top with Cool Whip and chopped nuts. It is important that you use the instant pudding and not the cook kind as the cook kind would have to go on hot and would melt the layer underneath.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice instead of bottled.
- If you don't have a 9x13 inch pan, you can use a 8x8 inch pan. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
- To make the bars extra gooey, add an extra layer of lemon curd.
- For a fun twist, try adding a layer of your favorite fruit preserves between the lemon curd and the crust.
- Garnish the bars with fresh lemon zest or whipped cream before serving.
Conclusion:
Lemon Lush Bars are a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a hit. With their creamy lemon filling, buttery crust, and sweet crumble topping, these bars are sure to be a favorite. So next time you're looking for a delicious and refreshing dessert, give Lemon Lush Bars a try. You won't be disappointed!
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