Pistachio Layered Dessert
This pistachio layered dessert is a delicious, creamy, and nutty treat made with layers of crunchy crust, smooth pistachio pudding, and fluffy whipped topping. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers or shortbread cookies
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 2 cup cold milk
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream)
- ½ cup chopped pistachios (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). If using a no-bake crust, skip baking.
- In a bowl, mix the crushed graham crackers (or shortbread cookies) with melted butter until combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the pistachio pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold in half of the whipped topping until combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
- Pour and spread the prepared pistachio pudding over the cream cheese layer.
- Top with the remaining whipped topping and smooth it evenly.
- Garnish with chopped pistachios.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add crushed pistachios to the crust mixture.
- If you prefer a no-bake version, skip baking the crust and let it chill before adding layers.
- Substitute graham crackers with Oreo cookies for a chocolate twist.