Lemon Refrigerator Cake Recipe
This Lemon Refrigerator Cake Recipe is a refreshing no-bake dessert made with angel food cake, lemon pudding, yogurt, lemon curd, and whipped topping. It chills into a soft, creamy citrus cake that’s light, tangy, and perfect for warm days.
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Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 large angel food cake baked
- 1 3.5 oz package instant lemon pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 12 oz vanilla or lemon yogurt Greek yogurt works well
- 1 11 oz jar lemon curd
- 1 12 oz tub whipped topping (Cool Whip) thawed
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Layer
- Cut the angel food cake into small, evenly sized cubes. Arrange the cubes in a single layer in a 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading them evenly across the bottom to form the base layer of the dessert. Set the dish aside while preparing the filling.
Step 2: Prepare the Lemon Pudding Mixture
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant lemon pudding mix with cold milk. Whisk the mixture until it becomes smooth and begins to thicken slightly. Once the pudding base is well blended, gently fold in the yogurt until fully incorporated and the mixture is creamy and uniform.
Step 3: Add the Lemon Curd
- Using a spoon, drizzle the lemon curd evenly over the layer of angel food cake cubes. Distribute the curd across the cake so that pockets of lemon flavor will be present throughout the dessert.
Step 4: Add the Pudding Layer
- Carefully pour the lemon pudding and yogurt mixture over the cake and lemon curd. Using a spatula, spread the mixture evenly to ensure the cake cubes are fully covered.
Step 5: Add the Whipped Topping
- Spread the thawed whipped topping over the pudding layer using a spatula. Smooth the surface to create an even top layer.
Step 6: Refrigerate the Dessert
- Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap or a lid. Place the dessert in the refrigerator and allow it to chill for at least 3 hours, or until the layers are set and the cake has absorbed the creamy lemon mixture.
Notes
To make this Lemon Refrigerator Cake Recipe gluten-free, substitute the angel food cake with a gluten-free angel food cake or gluten-free sponge cake. Additionally, confirm that the instant pudding mix and lemon curd are labeled gluten-free, as some brands may contain wheat-based additives or cross-contamination.