FROSTY LEMON SQUARES
This layered dessert may take a little time to prepare. But it can be kept in the freezer for when you need dessert in a dash.-Mary Gutsmeidl, Omro, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 12-15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, flour, pecans and confectioners' sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until fluffy. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust. Cover and freeze for 1 hour., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, salt and water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in the butter, lemon juice, lemon zest and food coloring if desired. Transfer to a bowl; refrigerate for 1 hour., Spread lemon mixture over cream cheese layer. Cover and freeze for 1 hour. Fold lemon peel into whipped topping; spread over lemon layer. Cover and freeze for up to 1 month. Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before serving. Cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 20g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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Brighton Chigwende
[email protected]These were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed them.
Jaman Shah
[email protected]These were the perfect addition to my summer party.
Asif Raza Sial
[email protected]I love the combination of the sweet and tart flavors in these lemon squares.
Kristina Oconnor
[email protected]These were so easy to make and they turned out so well! I'm definitely going to be making these again.
Sserubidde Akon
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lemon desserts, but these were amazing!
Alex Alvarez
[email protected]These were the perfect summer dessert! They were light and refreshing, and the lemon flavor was just right.
sadie skogen
[email protected]Overall, I thought these were a good recipe. They were easy to make and the flavor was good. I would definitely make them again.
Emihle Mandita
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the crust to set, but the lemon filling was delicious.
Ladla Orkz
[email protected]These were a bit too tart for my taste, but my husband loved them.
sania mughal
[email protected]Easy to make and so tasty! I love the lemon flavor.
Lannie N
[email protected]So good! I will definitely be making these again.
Tala Wassem
[email protected]These were delicious! I used fresh lemons and the flavor was amazing.
Shamroz Gujjar
[email protected]I've made these lemon squares several times now and they always turn out perfectly. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.
Abiodun Abidemi
[email protected]I made these for my family and they were a huge success! The lemon flavor was perfect and the texture was just right.
khushal khan malik khan
[email protected]These lemon squares were a hit at my party! They were so refreshing and delicious, and everyone loved them.