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Luscious Lime Angel Squares

Name: Luscious Lime Angel Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 15 servings
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 and divided; Lime slices, optional

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4 Reviews

Total Time:Prep: 15 min. + chilling

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Beverly Marshall, Orting, Washington

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Updated on Sep. 14, 2023

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. —Beverly Marshall, Orting, Washington

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Luscious Lime Angel Squares

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Yield:15 servings

Prep:15 min

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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 and divided
Lime slices, optional

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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.