Lush
Indulge in the creamy, dreamy perfection of 'Lush,' a no-bake dessert that layers flavor and texture for a truly irresistible treat. This crowd-pleaser starts with a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with a velvety cream cheese layer infused with a hint of vanilla sweetness. A rich pudding layer, made with your choice of chocolate or vanilla instant pudding, adds a luscious depth, while a generous cloud of fluffy whipped topping crowns this multi-layered masterpiece. Optional garnishes like chopped nuts or chocolate shavings provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes with no cooking required, 'Lush' is the ultimate make-ahead dessert for parties, potlucks, or simple family indulgence. Serve your masterpiece chilled and watch it disappear in seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3.4 oz instant pudding mix (chocolate or vanilla)
- 3 cups cold milk
- 16 oz whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 cup chopped nuts or chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust. Place the dish in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the next layers.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Spread this mixture over the chilled crust, creating an even layer.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and cold milk for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture starts to thicken. Let it sit for another 5 minutes to fully set. Spread the pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Next, gently spread the thawed whipped topping over the pudding layer, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
Sprinkle the top with chopped nuts or chocolate shavings (if desired) as a garnish.
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2-4 hours, or overnight, to allow the layers to set and the flavors to meld together.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy this creamy, layered delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7379 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 514.4 g | 659% | |
| Saturated Fat | 266.1 g | 1331% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 828 mg | 276% | |
| Sodium | 3952 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 615.4 g | 224% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.1 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 362.7 g | ||
| Protein | 104.3 g | 209% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.3 mcg | 46% | |
| Calcium | 1568 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 3490 mg | 74% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
