A refreshing lemon dessert with a shortbread crust, cream cheese layer, lemon pudding layer, and whipped cream, perfect for summer. This treat combines buttery and tangy flavors for a delightful finish.
1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2: In a medium bowl, combine unsalted butter (cold and cubed), all purpose flour, and 1/3 cup granulated sugar. Use hands to mix until crumbly.
3: Press mixture into a 9x13 baking dish and bake for 10-12 minutes. Let cool completely.
4: In another medium bowl, beat cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, and freshly squeezed lemon juice until smooth.
5: Spread cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
6: Mix instant lemon pudding according to directions and spread over the cream cheese layer when set.
7: In a medium bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
8: Cover the dessert and chill to set completely.
