Pistachio Lush is a creamy, rich summer potluck dessert that is a cinch to make. Two boxes of pistachio pudding can easily be turned into a delicious no-bake layer dessert. Pistachio pudding is a food that takes me back to my childhood. I loved it as a kid. I also love a good lush dessert for summer entertaining. They are so cool and refreshing and will keep in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Butterscotch Lush, Butterfinger Lush, and Lemon Lush are some of my favorites. I also love to serve this layer dessert for Christmas or Easter. It has such a festive green color that is perfect for the holidays. Creamy Layered Dessert But sometimes I’m really craving some pistachio pudding and it’s Pistachio Lush to the rescue. This creamy dessert has 4 awesome layers and is totally no-bake. On the bottom is a graham cracker layer followed by a cream cheese layer, a pistachio pudding layer, and a layer of Cool Whip. Tips For Making Pistachio Lush Once the crust is set, you can add all 3 layers at once or do them one at a time and let it hang out in the fridge between adding layers. Whatever is going to be more convenient for you. If you wish, you can bake the crust for 8-10 minutes in a 350 degree oven and let it cool before adding the next layer. I find the crust holds together fine with no baking and in the middle of summer, why would you turn on the oven if you don’t have to? Be sure to use INSTANT Pistachio pudding and not the Cook and Serve kind. How To Store Leftovers can be tightly wrapped with plastic wrap and stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. More Pistachio-Flavored Desserts Watergate Cake Watergate Cupcakes Watergate Salad No-Bake Pistachio Pudding Pie Print Pistachio Lush Pistachio Lush is a creamy, rich summer potluck dessert that is a cinch to make. Two boxes of pistachio pudding can easily be turned into a delicious no-bake layer dessert. Course DessertCuisine AmericanKeyword no-bake, Pistachio lasagna Cook Time 15 minutes minutesRefrigerate 1 hour hourTotal Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes Servings 16 Calories 324kcal Equipment9×13-inch baking dishHand-held electric mixer IngredientsCrust2 cups graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 cup granulated sugarCream Cheese Layer1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature1 cup powdered sugar1 (16-ounce) container Cool Whip, dividedPistachio Pudding Layer2 small boxes Pistachio instant pudding mix3 cups whole milkToppingchopped pistachios, optional InstructionsIn a medium bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch pan. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.Beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy. Add powdered sugar and beat until smooth.Stir in 1 1/2 cups of Cool Whip. Spread over graham cracker crust.In a large bowl whisk together pudding mix and milk until it starts thickening, about 2 minutes. Spread over cream cheese layer.Spread remaining Cool Whip on top. Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top if desired. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. NotesNutritional info is provided as an estimate only and will vary based on brands of products used. NutritionCalories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 376mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 463IU | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 0.5mgWant to Save This Recipe?Save This Recipe Originally posted May 4, 2019. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. The post Pistachio Lush appeared first on Spicy Southern Kitchen.