Pistachio Delight
Indulge in the creamy, nutty decadence of Pistachio Delight, a no-fuss layered dessert that’s perfect for any occasion! This delightful treat starts with a buttery graham cracker crust baked to golden perfection, followed by a velvety cream cheese layer sweetened with powdered sugar and lightened with whipped topping. Its crowning glory? A luscious pistachio pudding layer, whisked with cold milk for a rich, nutty finish that pairs beautifully with the crunchy topping of chopped pistachios. Ready in just 25 minutes of prep time, this dessert is set to impress after chilling to perfection in the fridge. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, this Pistachio Delight is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that combines texture and flavor in every bite. Perfectly suited for pistachio lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike, this recipe is a creamy dream come true!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 3.4-ounce packages Instant pistachio pudding mix
- 3 cups Cold milk
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 16 ounces Whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 cup Chopped pistachios
- 1 cup Additional whipped topping (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Crushed pistachios for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form a crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Fold 8 ounces of whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until well combined. Spread the mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant pistachio pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened.
Spread the pistachio pudding mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer in the baking dish.
Spread the remaining 8 ounces of whipped topping over the pistachio pudding layer, smoothing it out with a spatula.
Sprinkle the chopped pistachios evenly over the top layer.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the layers to set.
Before serving, garnish with additional whipped topping and crushed pistachios if desired.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your Pistachio Delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
556 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.4 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 432 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 292 mg | 6% | |
*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.
