29 Creamy Lemon Desserts We Love

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29 Creamy Lemon Desserts We Love2/29 Limoncello Tiramisu 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Ellie Crowley for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We love everything about this wonderful dessert—from the light lemon flavor and creamy Mascarpone to the crunchy, crushed macaroon on top. We think you’ll enjoy it too.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen 3/29 World’s Best Lemon Pie 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved World’s Best Lemon Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Mother’s pies

were always so memorable, with tender, flaky crusts

were always so memorable, with tender, flaky crusts. In summer the order of the day was lemon meringue! —Phyllis Kirsling, Junction City, Wisconsin 4/29 Lemon Cream Cupcakes 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Cream Cupcakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings about 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Instead of a layer cake, serve guests these delicate cupcakes tinged with a tangy lemon flavor. —Ruth Ann Stelfox, Raymond, Alberta 5/29 Sunny Citrus Cheesecake 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 2 hours Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

I usually make two molds for parties

This beautiful layered cheesecake takes a bit longer to make, but the end result is so worth it! Citrus seems to be the perfect ending for an Easter meal, and the bright flavors really shine in this dessert. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin 6/29 Sweet & Tart Lemon Jell-O 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Sweet & Tart Lemon Jell-O Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With its sunny lemon color, this gelatin mold brightens up any table. I usually make two molds for parties

because it disappears so quickly

because it disappears so quickly. —Patricia Ryzow, Thousand Oaks, California 7/29 Limoncello Cream Pie 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After a big Christmas dinner, we love the cool refreshment of a frozen lemon pie. Limoncello brings a little sophistication to each smooth, creamy slice. —Jessie Grearson-Sapat, Falmouth, Maine 8/29 Lemon Creme Brulee 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Orly Catz for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After being disappointed in this recipe

the first time I tried it, I experimented

the first time I tried it, I experimented. When I felt it was fit for competition, the judge was impressed, too—I won a blue ribbon and an Award of Excellence. —Sara Scheler, Pewaukee, Wisconsin 9/29 Lemon Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I won a baking contest at Purdue University with this recipe for lemon bars with cream cheese frosting. I think you’ll love the dreamy topping. —Michael Hunter, Fort

Wayne, Indiana 10/29 Lemon Cheesecake Recipe 53 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Josh Rink for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Light and creamy, this lemon cheesecake recipe is just the thing for a spring or summer day. —Bonnie Jost, Manitowoc, Wisconsin 11/29 Mini Lemon Cheesecake Tarts 8 Reviews Mini Lemon Cheesecake Tarts Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Dainty and light, these tartlets feature two of my favorites —lemon and cheesecake —in one

yummy morsel

yummy morsel. They look lovely topped with fresh raspberries, but sliced strawberries are just as pretty and delicious. —Gwyn Brandt, Hibbing, Minnesota 12/29 Lemon Supreme Pie 52 Reviews Contest Winner Lemon Supreme Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend and I often visit a local restaurant for pie and coffee. When they stopped carrying our favorite lemon supreme pie, I got busy in the kitchen and created this version, which we think tastes even better! The combination of the cream cheese and tart lemon

is wonderful

is wonderful. —Jana Beckman, Wamego, Kansas 13/29 Lemon Pudding Dessert 39 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Pudding Dessert Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After a big meal, folks really go for this light lemon treat. The shortbread crust is the perfect base for the fluffy top layers. I’ve prepared this sunny dessert for church suppers for years and I always get recipe requests.—Muriel DeWitt, Maynard, Massachusetts 14/29 Lemon Pudding Cake 23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Pudding Cake Recipe photo by Sarah

The cake is no-fuss and makes just enough for the two of us.—Dawn

Tramonte for Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband, Lloyd, loves this cake because it tastes like lemon meringue pie. The cake is no-fuss and makes just enough for the two of us.—Dawn Fagerstrom, Warren, Minnesota 15/29 Lemon Curd Cheesecake 1 Review Lemon Curd Cheesecake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 50 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This creamy lemon cheesecake has a lovely soft texture and cuts nicely. The curd adds a fresh, tangy flavor. —Becky West,

The flavor,

Statesboro, Georgia 16/29 Sour Cream-Lemon Pie 33 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I first tasted this pie at a local restaurant and hunted around until I found a similar recipe—now it’s my husband’s favorite. —Martha Sorensen, Fallon, Nevada 17/29 Lemon Cake 28 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved ABBEY LITTLEJOHN FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This citrusy cake with a luscious cream cheese frosting will garner plenty of applause. The flavor,

a duet of sweet and tangy notes, really sings

a duet of sweet and tangy notes, really sings. —Summer Goddard, Springfield, Virginia 18/29 Lemon Strawberry Shortcake 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Strawberry Shortcake Recipe photo by Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love a good strawberry shortcake, but this recipe is my favorite by far. The citrus zest in the dough adds a refreshing zip to the sweet dessert. —Nancy Hooper, Glen Burnie, Maryland 19/29 Lemon Cream Delight 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Cream Delight Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total

Light and luscious, it’s a pleasing finish to any meal

Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Indulging in this creamy dessert is like eating cheesecake out of a bowl. Light and luscious, it’s a pleasing finish to any meal. —Inge Schermerhorn, Kingston, New Hampshire 20/29 Easy Lemon Pie 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Lemon Pie Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve had this one-bowl lemon pie recipe for years. It’s my twist on chocolate French silk pie, and it’s uber easy to do with

refrigerated pie pastry

refrigerated pie pastry. —Glenna Tooman, Boise, Idaho 21/29 Lemony White Chocolate Cheesecake 63 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 35 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Although it takes some time to prepare this eye-catching cheesecake, the combination of tangy lemon and rich white chocolate is hard to beat. It’s always a hit! —Marlene Schollenberger, Bloomington, Indiana 22/29 Lemon Cheesecake Tarts 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: To make these cute tarts

more quickly, add the filling to store-bought phyllo tart shells

more quickly, add the filling to store-bought phyllo tart shells. —Sarah Gilbert, Beaverton, Oregon 23/29 Pink Lemonade Pie 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe 24/29 Blueberry Lemon Trifle 20 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Blueberry Lemon Trifle Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 14 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A refreshing lemon filling and fresh blueberries give this sunny dessert sensation plenty of color. Don’t worry about heating up the oven—this trifle doesn’t require baking. —Ellen Peden, Houston, Texas 25/29 Lemon

Lemon curd is a scrumptious spread for scones, biscuits or other baked goods

Curd 34 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 1-2/3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Lemon curd is a scrumptious spread for scones, biscuits or other baked goods. You can find it in larger grocery stores alongside the jams and jellies or with the baking supplies, but we like making this lemon curd recipe from scratch. —Mark Hagen, West Allis, Wisconsin 26/29 Rosemary & Thyme Lemon Pudding Cakes 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Rosemary & Thyme Lemon Pudding Cakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings

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