Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Pistachio Lush, a creamy and nutty dessert that promises to be the highlight of any gathering. With its luscious pistachio pudding, smooth cream cheese layer, and crunchy walnut crust, this no-bake treat is an absolute crowd-pleaser. Perfect for family dinners or festive celebrations, the Pistachio Lush combines simplicity with elegance, making it a go-to recipe for effortless entertaining. Chill it in advance for a refreshing finish that balances sweetness and texture, ensuring every bite is as satisfying as the last.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup butter (cut up)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 cup confectioner's sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 2 packages instant pistachio pudding
- 3 cups milk
- 2 cups whipped topping (for topping)
- 1/2 cup toasted almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, mix flour and cut-up butter until crumbly. Stir in chopped walnuts and press into a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
- Bake for 20 minutes and allow to cool completely.
- Beat together cream cheese, confectioner's sugar, and whipped topping until smooth; spread over the cooled crust.
- Whisk instant pistachio pudding mix with milk until thickened; spread on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
- Top with remaining whipped topping and sprinkle with toasted almonds before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 116g)
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 142mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 32mg