Easy Southern Lemon Lush Pie Recipe

Published Apr 16, 2024 By Elle Ann

Image credit: Collard Valley Cooks via YouTube

Nothing is better than an old-fashioned recipe passed down to generations, guaranteed to be delicious and perfect each time, just like this Southern lemon lush pie by Collard Valley Cooks on YouTube.

This yummy pie is very creamy and refreshing, but the best thing about this is that it requires no baking at all. Learn how to make this in 3 simple steps by reading the instructions below and watching the video tutorial as well. Enjoy!

Ingredients for Southern Lemon Lush Pie:

9″ Graham cracker pie crust
½ cup of chopped pecans, toasted

Cream Layer

4 ounces of cream cheese, at room temperature
½ cup of powdered sugar
1 cup of Cool Whip
Lemon zest

Lemon Jell-O Layer

1 (3.5oz) box of lemon instant pudding mix
1 cup of milk
Juice of ½ lemon, medium-sized

How to Make Southern Lemon Lush Pie:

Step 1

Spread the toasted chopped pecans all over the crust reserving some for topping later, and set the crust aside. In a bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy, then add 1 cup of Cool Whip, and fold until incorporated. Transfer the cream mixture over the crust, then spread it evenly, and sprinkle some lemon zest over the top.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, add the lemon juice and set it aside, then in another bowl, add the Jell-O powder and milk, and whisk them until fully combined and dissolved. Add the Jell-O mixture to the bowl of lemon juice, then continue to whisk until incorporated, and let it stand for about 5 minutes.

Step 3

After a few minutes, transfer the lemon Jell-O mixture over the cream layer, then spread it evenly, and pipe the remaining lemon Jell-O mixture and Cool Whip on top decorating it however you want. Sprinkle the reserved toasted chopped pecan and lemon zest on top, then chill or serve immediately, and enjoy!