Pistachio Lush Dessert
Pistachio Lush Dessert is a luscious, multi-layered treat featuring a rich pistachio pudding, creamy whipped topping, and crunchy crust perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups cold milk, divided
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed and divided
- 1 package (9 oz) vanilla wafer cookies
- 1 cup chopped pistachios (optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- In another bowl, whisk the instant pistachio pudding mix with 1 1/2 cups cold milk. Let it set for 5 minutes.
- Layer half of the vanilla wafers in the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the wafers.
- Pour half of the pistachio pudding over the cream cheese layer, spreading evenly.
- Top the pudding with half of the whipped topping and spread carefully.
- Add a second layer of vanilla wafers, then repeat the cream cheese, pudding, and whipped topping layers.
- Garnish the top with chopped pistachios if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving to let layers set.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of almond extract to the cream cheese mixture or sprinkle shredded coconut on top for added texture.
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