Makeover Frosty Lemon Squares Recipe

Name: Makeover Frosty Lemon Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter, softened; 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1/2 cup ground pecans; 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese; 1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese; 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar; 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed; 1-1/4 cups sugar; 6 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1-1/4 cups water; 3/4 cup lemon juice; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; 3 to 4 drops yellow food coloring, optional; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed

Servings: persons

1/4 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup ground pecans
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed
1-1/4 cups sugar
6 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups water
3/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
3 to 4 drops yellow food coloring, optional
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed

1
In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour and cornstarch (mixture will be crumbly). Stir in pecans. Press into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350u00b0 for 14-16 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.
2
In a large bowl, beat cream cheeses and confectioners' sugar until fluffy. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust. Cover and freeze for 1 hour.
3
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, salt and water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in the lemon juice, butter, lemon zest and food coloring if desired. Transfer to a bowl; refrigerate for 1 hour.
4
Spread lemon mixture over cream cheese layer. Cover and freeze for 1 hour. Fold lemon zest into whipped topping; spread over lemon layer. Cover and freeze for up to 1 month. Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before serving.

1075

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup butter, softened, 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Makeover Frosty Lemon Squares falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Makeover Frosty Lemon Squares

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