Pistachio Lush Dessert
A luscious layered pistachio dessert combining a crunchy crust, creamy pudding, and whipped topping, perfect for a delightful treat or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup crushed pistachio cookies or wafer crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tub (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix crushed pistachio cookies with melted butter and press firmly into the bottom of a 9×9 inch baking dish.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes; remove and let cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together instant pistachio pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Fold the cream cheese mixture into the pudding until well combined.
- Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- Top with the whipped topping, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top for garnish.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving for best results.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a layer of crushed pistachios or a drizzle of white chocolate between layers. Serve chilled to maintain the creamy texture.
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