Lemon-Ginger Refrigerator Roll

Health score
1%
Lemon-Ginger Refrigerator Roll
500 min.
20
79kcal

Suggestions

Welcome to the ultimate guilt-free dessert experience with this delightful Lemon-Ginger Refrigerator Roll, a treat that perfectly balances the zesty tang of lemon with the warm, spicy kick of ginger. Perfect for those who crave a refreshing yet comforting snack, this recipe transforms simple gingersnap cookies into a stunning, no-bake masterpiece that is ready to impress your guests after just a few hours of chilling. With only 79 calories per serving, you can indulge in a slice without worrying about your dietary goals, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious bakers and families alike. The star of the show is the creamy fusion of fat-free milk, instant lemon pudding, and light whipped topping, which creates a smooth, airy filling that complements the crisp texture of the ginger cookies. This dessert is incredibly versatile, requiring minimal equipment like just a bowl and a whisk, yet delivering a sophisticated flavor profile that feels like a high-end patisserie creation. Whether you are hosting a summer picnic, preparing for a potluck, or simply craving a quick fix for a sweet tooth, this refrigerator roll offers a refreshing escape from the heat. The process is straightforward: simply mix the pudding and milk, fold in the cool whip, and assemble the rolls by spreading the mixture onto each cookie before stacking them on their edges. After an eight-hour refrigeration period, the flavors meld beautifully, resulting in a dessert that is not only visually appealing when sliced diagonally but also bursting with bright citrus notes and a hint of spice. It is a true testament to how a few simple ingredients can come together to create something truly magical and satisfying.

Ingredients

  • cup milk fat-free cold
  • 30  gingersnaps 
  • 3.4 oz jell-o lemon flavor pudding instant
  • 1.5 cups cool whip lite whipped topping thawed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Beat pudding mix and milk in medium bowl with whisk 2 min. Stir in COOL WHIP.
  2. Spread about 1-1/2 tsp. pudding mixture onto each cookie. Stack cookies, then stand on edge on platter. Frost with remaining pudding mixture.
  3. Refrigerate 8 hours.
  4. Cut into diagonal slices to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories79kcal
Protein6.04%
Fat20.46%
Carbs73.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.66
Glycemic Load
0.2
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.7843477998091%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:78.71kcal
3.94%
Fat:1.79g
2.76%
Saturated Fat:0.9g
5.65%
Carbohydrates:14.51g
4.84%
Net Carbohydrates:14.25g
5.18%
Sugar:7.86g
8.73%
Cholesterol:0.48mg
0.16%
Sodium:97.95mg
4.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.19g
2.38%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.2%
Iron:0.68mg
3.79%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.09%
Calcium:28.49mg
2.85%
Phosphorus:26.08mg
2.61%
Folate:9.55µg
2.39%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.93%
Potassium:63.43mg
1.81%
Vitamin B3:0.36mg
1.8%
Magnesium:7.01mg
1.75%
Copper:0.03mg
1.69%
Selenium:0.96µg
1.37%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.37%
Fiber:0.26g
1.04%