Pistachio Dessert
Indulge in the creamy, nutty decadence of this Pistachio Dessert, a crowd-pleasing favorite that layers rich textures and irresistible flavors. Starting with a buttery pistachio-studded crust, this no-fail recipe is topped with a velvety cream cheese and whipped topping layer, followed by a luscious pistachio pudding made with instant mix and cold milk. Finished with a dollop of whipped topping and a sprinkle of chopped pistachios for crunch, this no-bake treat is perfect for potlucks, holidays, or anytime you crave a cool, refreshing dessert. With minimal prep time and an overnight chill for perfect set layers, this pistachio delight delivers elegance and flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Chopped pistachios
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 16 oz Whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
- 2 3.4 oz packets Instant pistachio pudding mix
- 3 cups Cold milk
- 0.5 cup Additional chopped pistachios (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and softened butter until crumbly. Stir in 1 cup of chopped pistachios.
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
Bake the crust for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Fold in half of the whipped topping (8 oz) with the cream cheese mixture. Spread this evenly over the cooled crust.
In another bowl, mix the instant pistachio pudding mix with the cold milk. Whisk for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
Gently spread the pistachio pudding over the cream cheese layer.
Top the pudding layer with the remaining whipped topping, spreading it evenly across the surface.
Sprinkle the top with the additional chopped pistachios for garnish.
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the layers to set.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy this creamy, nutty treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5841 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 312.6 g | 401% | |
| Saturated Fat | 151.1 g | 756% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 559 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 3578 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 708.8 g | 258% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.9 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 419.1 g | ||
| Protein | 107.0 g | 214% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.3 mcg | 46% | |
| Calcium | 1412 mg | 109% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 3652 mg | 78% | |
*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.
