Indulge in the creamy, nutty decadence of Pistachio Torte, a layered dessert masterpiece that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. This easy-to-make recipe combines a buttery pistachio-studded crust with silky layers of sweetened cream cheese, rich pistachio pudding, and fluffy whipped topping. A sprinkle of chopped pistachios adds a delightful crunch and vibrant green hue, making it a showstopping treat for any occasion. With just 30 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like instant pistachio pudding mix and ready-to-use whipped topping, this no-fuss torte is perfect for entertaining or satisfying your sweet cravings. Refrigerate to set, slice into creamy layers, and serve chilled for the ultimate pistachio dessert!
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and butter. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to mix until the mixture is crumbly.
Stir in the chopped pistachios, then press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove and let it cool completely.
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Fold in 1 cup of the whipped topping, then spread this mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
In another bowl, whisk the instant pistachio pudding mix and milk together until thickened (this may take about 2-3 minutes).
Spread the prepared pudding over the cream cheese layer.
Spread the remaining whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer.
If desired, sprinkle additional chopped pistachios on top for garnish.
Refrigerate the torte for at least 2 hours to fully set before slicing and serving.
Calories |
4616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 240.9 g | 309% | |
| Saturated Fat | 140.2 g | 701% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 419 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 3590 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 546.5 g | 199% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 344.6 g | ||
| Protein | 75.2 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 1288 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 2709 mg | 58% | |
*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.