Pistachio Lush Dessert
Pistachio Lush Dessert is a creamy, layered treat featuring a crunchy crust, rich pistachio pudding, whipped topping, and chopped pistachios, perfect for an indulgent and elegant dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- Crust: 1 package (8 oz) chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Filling: 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Cool Whip or whipped topping, 8 oz
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter until combined.
- Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes then remove and allow to cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the pistachio pudding mix and cold milk; refrigerate until set, about 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Fold the chilled pistachio pudding into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
- Spread the pistachio filling evenly over the cooled crust.
- Top with whipped topping and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle chopped pistachios generously on top for garnish.
- Refrigerate dessert for at least 4 hours before serving to allow layers to set.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a drizzle of white chocolate sauce on top or serve with fresh berries for a fruity contrast.
Find it online: https://youreverydayfoodie.com/pistachio-lush-dessert/