Pistachio Lush Dessert

By Wollygator

Ingredients

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 16 oz. whipped topping, divided
• 8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 small boxes pistachio flavored pudding mix
• 3 cups milk
• 1/4 cup chopped pistachios

Details

Servings 16
Preparation time 30mins
Cooking time 40mins
Adapted from lemontreedwelling.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and granulated sugar.

2. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan. This crust can either be baked or no-bake. For a baked crust, bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes, then refrigerate until cooled to room temperature. For a no-bake crust, simply refrigerate at least 1 hour until firm.

3. In a separate mixing bowl, combine 2 cups whipped topping, cream cheese and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy; spread over cooled crust.

4. Combine pudding mix and milk; whisk until smooth and let stand 5-10 minutes to thicken. Spread pudding over cheesecake mixture.

5. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate 2 hours or until ready to serve.

6. Before serving, top with remaining whipped topping and chopped nuts.

7. Cover and refrigerate leftovers.