Pistachio Lush Dessert
Pistachio Lush is a decadent, layered dessert featuring a creamy pistachio pudding, whipped topping, and a crunchy cookie crust, perfect for any special occasion.
- 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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- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
- 1 package (16 oz) sandwich cookies, crushed (e.g., Oreos)
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 cup chopped pistachios (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix the crushed cookies with melted butter and press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form a crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Prepare the pistachio pudding by whisking the pudding mix into cold milk until thickened.
- Fold the pudding into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Gently fold in half of the whipped cream into the pudding mixture to lighten it.
- Spread the pistachio filling evenly over the cooled cookie crust.
- Top with the remaining whipped cream and garnish with chopped pistachios if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving to allow layers to set.
Notes
For an extra indulgent touch, drizzle melted white chocolate over the top before serving.
Find it online: https://auntyspices.com/pistachio-lush-dessert/