Lemon Lush (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 36 Golden Oreo cookies.
02 - 6 tablespoons butter melted.
03 - 8 oz cream cheese softened.
04 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice.
06 - Zest of 1 lemon.
07 - 2 teaspoons lemon extract divided.
08 - 2 cups heavy cream divided.
09 - 1/3 cup powdered sugar.
10 - 1 teaspoons vanilla extract.
11 - 6.8 oz lemon instant pudding mix (two 3.4 oz packages).
12 - 3 cups milk cold.
13 - Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional).

# Instructions:

01 - Crush the golden oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin. Place into a bowl and stir in melted butter until well combined. Press into the bottom of a 9x13 glass baking dish. Refrigerate.
02 - In a large bowl, using a hand mixer, whip cream cheese, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, 1 teaspoon of the lemon extract and 1/2 cup of the heavy cream until thick and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Spread evenly over the bottom layer of cookies. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
03 - Mix together cold milk and instant lemon pudding mix for 2 minutes until completely combined. Pour over second layer before it sets completely and spread evenly. Cover and return to refrigerator.
04 - Whip remaining 1 1/2 cups of heavy cream with remaining teaspoon of lemon extract, vanilla extract and powdered sugar until stiff peaks have formed. Spread over the top and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
05 - Slice into squares and top with fresh strawberries, if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Must refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
02 - Can be garnished with fresh strawberries.