Description
This refreshing Lemon Lasagna is a no-bake layered dessert featuring a crunchy Golden Oreo crust, creamy lemon-flavored cream cheese layer, tangy instant lemon pudding, and fluffy whipped topping. Perfect for summer, this easy-to-make dessert combines zesty lemon flavors with a rich, creamy texture that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 package (14.3 oz) Golden Oreo cookies, crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Lemon Cream Layer
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), divided
Lemon Pudding Layer
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant lemon pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
Garnish (Optional)
- Extra whipped topping
- Lemon zest
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine the crushed Golden Oreos and melted butter until well mixed. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form an even crust layer.
- Make the lemon cream layer: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in half of the whipped topping to lighten the mixture, then spread it evenly over the Oreo crust layer.
- Prepare the lemon pudding: In another bowl, whisk the instant lemon pudding mix with the cold milk until the mixture thickens, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Assemble the pudding layer: Spread the thickened lemon pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer, smoothing the surface for an even look.
- Top with whipped topping: Spread the remaining whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer and smooth the top.
- Chill the dessert: Cover the assembled dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, optionally garnish with extra whipped topping and a sprinkle of fresh lemon zest for an added pop of color and lemon aroma.
Notes
- You can substitute vanilla sandwich cookies for Golden Oreos if preferred.
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add a few drops of lemon extract to the pudding layer.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
- Refrigeration time is essential to allow the dessert to set properly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
