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Wondering what to do with the can of evaporated milk and graham crackers in your pantry? Try this light, lip-smacking treat with a lovely lemon flavor for dessert tonight. Or make it a day ahead and refrigerate for convenience. Leola McKinney - Morgantown, West Virginia
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Nutritional Facts 1 piece equals 221 calories, 8 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 22 mg cholesterol, 151 mg sodium, 35 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 3 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
Originally published as Lemon Fluff Dessert in Simple & Delicious March/April 2009, p48
Sweet White Wine
Enjoy this recipe with a sweet white wine such as Moscato or a sweet Riesling.
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Reviewed on Mar. 10, 2013 by mothra7
I was asked to bring a diabetic-friendly dessert to a dinner party. This recipe is terrific and will definitely go into the repertoire! I added the finely grated zest of 1/2 a lemon and also increased the lemon juice to 1/3 cup as per other reviewers. I'm going to make it with less sugar, but it's easy and delicious.
Reviewed on Feb. 22, 2013 by Enokie
this is a dessert I had many years ago but it was made with strawberry jello... I never forgot it but never got the recipe ..now I will give it a try I remember it as pure delicious! thank you.
Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2012 by Kim.Rose.Powers
Absolutely delicious!! and very easy to make.
Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2012 by Twinglemom23
I have also made this in lime, and I'm going to do that now for St. Paddy's! Yummy.
Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2011 by mimit10
My Mom used to make this, and the recipe got lost after she passed. Thanks for this recipe. I have it in my recipe section! I love this stuff. and so easy.
Reviewed on Aug. 09, 2011 by JoyMarie07
First time eating or making this. I was looking for something light and cool and this hit the spot. Also shared with some of friends and I was worried because we all have different likes and dislikes on desserts/etc, but it was a hit! Loved it. I did as someone suggested and added extra lemon.
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2011 by edjohnn
Light and fluffy, good way to top off a big dinner, but I would add twice the amount of lemon juice for a more lemony taste.
Reviewed on May. 01, 2011 by AdeleDegnan
Served as dessert after a large pasta dinner. Just the perfect light ending to a heavy meal. Yummm.
Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2011 by lazyw
Like the taste very much. Is nice and light.
Reviewed on Apr. 10, 2011 by glitzylinda
Like others, my Mother made this back in the 70's, it was always one of her favorites. And yes, I still make it also. So light - it melts in your mouth.
Reviewed on Apr. 08, 2011 by barber2
My gosh, my mother, born in 1921, was making this same recipe years ago! and I make it today, it keeps so well and is so light after a big meal. One of my favorites, that's why I have always kept a few cans of Carnation evap. milk in my pantry!
Reviewed on Apr. 08, 2011 by pjl99999
To Bet-z..... beating cream at a cooler temperature will produce the largest amount of volume which is why even utensils should be cold.
Reviewed on Apr. 08, 2011 by bet-z
I have not made this recipe but why on earth would you want to put the mixer beaters in the bowl with the evaporated milk and then chill them for two hours. Am I missing something here?
Reviewed on Apr. 08, 2011 by mamapida9
My mom used to make this. She called it cheesecake so I'm sure it had some cream cheese in it too. I grew up thinking this was what cheesecake was! It is light, fluffy & delicious, but be warned - it's addicting!!!
Reviewed on Apr. 07, 2011 by dtrmom
A wonderful light and refreshing dessert.I've been making this same recipe for many years.My mom found the recipe and starting making it in the 50's.I still have Mom's old had written recipe card which bears this exact recipe.It was exciting to see the recipe posted.This was my dad's very favorite dessert and it was always his first request for dessert.Even though both of my parents are now gone, I make it on my father's birthday each year to celebrate his memory.A loving family tradition.
A wonderful light and refreshing dessert.
I've been making this same recipe for many years.
My mom found the recipe and starting making it in the 50's.
I still have Mom's old had written recipe card which bears this exact recipe.
It was exciting to see the recipe posted.
This was my dad's very favorite dessert and it was always his first request for dessert.
Even though both of my parents are now gone, I make it on my father's birthday each year to celebrate his memory.
A loving family tradition.
Reviewed on Apr. 07, 2011 by 1weezie1
My mom made this for years and passed the recipe along to me. I have in turn passed it on to my daughter-in-law. It is an excellent, light summertime dessert. I have used both the fat-free evaporated milk and sugar-free gelatin and they both work well. Not sure about the Splenda though.
Reviewed on Apr. 07, 2011 by lynn1mt
My mom made this recipe for our family when I grew up in the 60's and 70's and I make it today. Great for summer!
Reviewed on Apr. 07, 2011 by jicecube
This is an old standby of mine. To the reviewer that asked - sugar free gelatin works fine. I dissolve the gelatin in only 1 cup of boiling water, then add 1/3 cup honey (use no sugar), the lemon juice, 2 Tbsp. lemon rind, & a dash of salt, then chill until syrupy. I just put my can of evaporated milk in the fridge overnight so it is good and cold and whips well. I have not tried it with fat-free evaporated milk. I usually just press graham cracker crumbs in my pan and do not bother with the butter at all, so you could certainly reduce the amount of butter that you use, or you could just butter your pan lightly and then press in the plain crumbs. This is also great with lime gelatin and lime juice.
Reviewed on Apr. 07, 2011 by cbachtel
This sounds yummy, but was wondering if anyone has tried this with fat-free evaporated milk and sugar-free gelatin, with Splenda replacing the sugar? This would cut out most of the fat and carbs, both of which I shouldn't have.
Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2010 by SPOT1949
very good
Reviewed on Jun. 20, 2010 by NancyPeeler
A nice light dessert especially in warm weather. It was a hit and I've had requests for the recipe.. I did add a teaspoon of lemon extract.
Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2010 by RebWidrick
Mine did not turn out:(
Reviewed on Mar. 22, 2010 by Aleida
I made this for my ladies' group today and it was a great success. It's a definite keeper.
Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2009 by Knowles
This is identical to a recipe that my mother made in the 1950s. She called it Lemon Bisque and I have used it many times. It is ideal after a heavy meal, light and tasty.EJK
This is identical to a recipe that my mother made in the 1950s. She called it Lemon Bisque and I have used it many times. It is ideal after a heavy meal, light and tasty.
EJK
Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2009 by willowisp
have made this twice now what a tasty delightful dessert to serve after a big meal. a lemon lovers dream
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