This luscious lemon cheesecake pudding dessert is a no-bake dream! Made with a graham cracker crust, lemon pudding, cream cheese and fluffy whipped topping, this layered dessert will delight everyone!

Lemon Cheesecake Pudding Dessert

This lemon cheesecake pudding dessert tastes just like lemon cream cookies! Several years ago one of my favorite cookies was discontinued. You know the ones I’m talking about…the kind you can only buy once a year from those adorable little sales reps.

They were a toasty shortbread cookie filled with a luscious lemon cream frosting. Each year I keep hoping they’ll bring them back, but alas no luck.

However, one bite of this no bake lemon dessert and I was in heaven! Lemon-yellow heaven with sunshine and citrus!

It’s no secret that I love lemon desserts. Lemon sandwich cookies that start with a cake mix are one of my all-time favorites. It’s also no secret that I love layered no bake desserts as well. They’re always a favorite at gatherings and so easy to put together! If you’re a chocolate fanatic, try the chocolate cheesecake pudding dessert instead.

This lemon cheesecake pudding dessert starts with a graham cracker crust. I love to bake mine for a few minutes to bring out the toasty, nutty flavors of the grahams, but in the summer I forgo this step. The crust will be a bit crumbly, but it will set up in the refrigerator once the butter has cooled.

Next comes the lemon layer. Adding cream cheese to pudding instantly adds a cheesecake-like richness. Be sure the cream cheese has come all the way to room temperature so it’s easy to blend.

I also add about 1/2 a teaspoon of freshly grated lemon zest to the filling. That burst of citrus gives the filling a definite homemade taste. If you don’t have a lemon on hand, this dessert will still be fantastic without it!

Lastly, a final layer of whipped topping for a light, sweet finish. Garnish with slices of lemon and extra graham cracker crumbs for a beautiful presentation!

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Lemon Cheesecake Pudding Dessert

Yield: 24

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Additional Time: 4 hours

Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes

This luscious lemon cheesecake pudding dessert is a no-bake dream! Made with a graham cracker crust, lemon pudding, cream cheese and fluffy whipped topping, this layered dessert will delight everyone!

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Ingredients

• 2 cups crushed graham crackers (about 15 crackers), plus more for garnish
• 1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 2 boxes (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix
• 3 cups milk
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping, thawed
• Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Crush the graham crackers in a resealable bag with a rolling pin, or in a food processor, if not already crushed. Transfer to a medium mixing bowl and set aside.
2. In a small microwave safe dish, melt the butter and sugar together. Stir to dissolve completely. Pour over the graham cracker crumbs and combine thoroughly. Firmly press the crumbs into a 13x9-inch pan.
3. In a stand mixer or with a hand-held blender, beat the cream cheese, pudding mix, milk and lemon zest until well combined. Pour onto prepared crust and smooth into an even layer.
4. Add the whipped topping in an even layer and garnish with additional graham cracker crumbs and lemon slices. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 104Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 106mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 0gSugar: 3gProtein: 2g

Nutritional information provided is an estimate only. Please consult the labels of ingredients you use for more accurate results.

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