Weight Watchers-Friendly Lemon Refrigerator Cake

Weight Watchers-Friendly Lemon Refrigerator Cake
Ingredients

  • 1 large angel food cake (store-bought or homemade): 0 points
  • 1 (3.5 oz) package sugar-free instant lemon pudding mix: 4 points
  • 2 cups skim milk: 4 points
  • 12 oz non-fat Greek yogurt (vanilla or lemon-flavored): 0 points
  • 11 oz jar lemon curd (reduced-sugar or homemade if possible): 25 points
  • 1 (12 oz) tub fat-free Cool Whip, thawed: 9 points

Total Points for the Entire Recipe: 42 points
Points per Serving (for 12 servings): 3.5 points per serving

Preparation

  1. Prepare the Cake Base:
    • Cut the angel food cake into small cubes and spread them into an even layer in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the Pudding Mixture:
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar-free lemon pudding mix and skim milk until smooth and thickened. Fold in the Greek yogurt until well combined.
  3. Assemble the Cake:
    • Drizzle the lemon curd over the cake cubes, trying to distribute it evenly.
    • Pour the pudding mixture over the lemon curd and spread gently into an even layer.
  4. Top with Cool Whip:
    • Use a spatula to spread the fat-free Cool Whip over the pudding layer, creating a smooth top.
  5. Refrigerate:
    • Cover the dish tightly and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the cake to set.
  6. Serve and Enjoy:
    • Once the cake is set, slice it into 12 pieces and serve chilled.

Tips:

  • Lemon Curd: If you want to lower the points further, consider making a homemade, reduced-sugar lemon curd, or use a thinner layer.
  • Greek Yogurt: Choose a lemon-flavored Greek yogurt for extra lemony flavor, or stick with vanilla for a more subtle taste.
  • Cool Whip: You can substitute with a light whipped topping if you prefer, but be sure to recalculate the points.
  • Portion Control: This dessert is light and refreshing, but the lemon curd and Cool Whip can add up in points, so be mindful of portion sizes.

Benefits:

  • Low Points: By using angel food cake, sugar-free pudding mix, and fat-free Cool Whip, this recipe keeps the points low without sacrificing flavor.
  • Refreshing and Light: This dessert is perfect for warm weather, offering a light and refreshing citrus flavor.
  • Protein Boost: The Greek yogurt adds a protein boost while keeping the dessert creamy and satisfying.

Nutritional Information (Approximate per 1 serving)

  • Calories: 120 kcal
  • Protein: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fat: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 18g

This Weight Watchers-Friendly Lemon Refrigerator Cake is a delightful, citrusy dessert that’s easy to make and enjoy while sticking to your points plan!