Pistachio Lush Dessert
Pistachio Lush Dessert is a creamy, layered treat featuring pistachio pudding, whipped cream, and crunchy pecans, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups whipped topping, divided
- 1 cup chopped pecans, divided
- 1 package (20 oz) yellow cake mix, baked and cooled
Instructions
- Bake yellow cake according to package instructions and allow to cool completely.
- Cut cake into small pieces and spread evenly in the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping and 1/2 cup chopped pecans. Spread this mixture over the cake layer.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together instant pistachio pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes. Spread pudding over the cream cheese layer.
- Top pudding layer with remaining whipped topping and sprinkle with remaining chopped pecans.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving to allow layers to set.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding a splash of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture or garnish with crushed pistachios for a nutty crunch.
Find it online: https://justhealthybites.com/pistachio-lush-dessert/