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Summer Dessert Recipes

Luscious Lime Angel Squares

2024-03-19 By : Admin
A creamy lime topping turns angel food cake into these yummy squares that are perfect for potlucks or picnics. You can eat a piece of this light and airy dessert without feeling one bit guilty. I adapted this luscious treat from another recipe. It is super easy to make.

Ingredients

  • 1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 prepared angel food cake (8 inches), cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
  • 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed (4-1/2 cups)
  • Lime slices, optional

Directions

    Directions

    1. In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Refrigerate until mixture just begins to thicken, about 35 minutes. Place cake cubes in a greased 13x9-in. dish.
    2. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in sugar, and lemon juice and zest. Add gelatin mixture; beat until combined. Fold in 1-1/2 cups whipped topping.
    3. Spread over top of cake, covering completely. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm. Cut into squares; top with remaining whipped topping. If desired, garnish with lime slices.
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