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
Luscious Lime Angel Squares
Luscious Lime Angel Squares
Prep 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
Directions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Nutrition Facts
1 piece: 147 calories, 8g fat (6g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 74mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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