Description
Pistachio Lush Dessert Bars are a delightful treat that combines creamy pistachio layers with a buttery graham cracker crust and fluffy Cool Whip topping. Their vibrant green hue and rich flavor make them perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy night in. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, each bite offers a taste of nostalgia that’s sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 package (3.4 oz) pistachio pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup Cool Whip
- ½ cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter; press firmly into the bottom of an ungreased baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together pistachio pudding mix and milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth; fold in half of the Cool Whip.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust, then pour the pudding layer on top.
- Top with remaining Cool Whip and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg