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Pistachio Layered Dessert

A delightful and creamy layered dessert featuring pistachio flavor, perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
Pistachio Layer
  • 1 package instant pistachio pudding mix 3.4 oz
  • 2 cups milk cold
  • 1 cup whipped topping
Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup whipped topping
Topping
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
  2. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x9 inch dish to form an even crust.
Make the Pistachio Layer
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the pistachio pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened.
  2. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping until well combined.
  3. Spread the pistachio mixture over the crust in the dish.
Make the Cream Cheese Layer
  1. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping until well combined.
  3. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the pistachio layer.
Chill and Serve
  1. Refrigerate the dessert for at least 30 minutes to set.
  2. Before serving, sprinkle chopped pistachios on top for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can add a layer of chocolate ganache on top of the cream cheese layer before chilling.

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