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lemon sheet cake garnished with pecans on a white plate
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Easiest Lemon Sheet Cake Recipe

A lemon sheet cake is a delightful citrus-infused dessert, featuring a tender crumb and bright lemon flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time10 minutes
Bake Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 3791kcal
Author: Lainey

Ingredients

  • oil
  • ½ cup butter softened
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped pecans save half for garnishing
  • 1 (8) oz cream cheese
  • 12 oz whipped topping
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • lemon pudding
  • 3 cups milk

Optional Lemon Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F and oil or spray oil the 9x13 inch pan.
  • To make the crust, in a large bowl mix together the butter and all purpose flour, next add the pecans. Add the crust to the pan, press down, and bake in the oven at 350F for 15-20 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
  • In another bowl, add the cream cheese, whipped topping, powdered sugar and mix together then set the bowl aside.
  • In another bowl, add the pudding, 3 cups of milk and mix until it forms a custard.
  • To layer, first add the cream cheese mixture (not all of it, because you will need some later), then add the all the custard, then finish with the rest of the cream cheese mixture. Garnish with pecans.
  • Place in the freezer overnight if you would like a frozen treat or place in the refrigerator for a couple of hours until chilled. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 3791kcal | Carbohydrates: 459g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 201g | Saturated Fat: 114g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Monounsaturated Fat: 54g | Trans Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 340mg | Sodium: 1264mg | Potassium: 1866mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 354g | Vitamin A: 4321IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 1234mg | Iron: 8mg
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