Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Coconut Cream Lush: A Creamy, No-Bake Dessert for Every Occasion. This easy-to-make dessert features a luscious combination of creamy cheesecake and velvety coconut pudding, all nestled atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or just satisfying a sweet craving, this tropical treat is sure to impress everyone at your table. With its simple preparation and refreshing flavors, Coconut Cream Lush is the ideal dessert to cool down your summer celebrations or to brighten up any occasion. Serve it chilled and watch as each layer captivates your guests!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp coconut extract
- 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed
- 2 (3.4 oz) boxes of instant coconut cream pudding mix
- 3 cups half-and-half (or whole milk)
- 8 oz Cool Whip
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs and sugar in a bowl. Stir in melted butter until well combined, then press into a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- For the cheesecake layer, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and coconut extract until smooth. Gently fold in Cool Whip and spread evenly over the crust.
- Create the pudding layer by whisking instant pudding mix with half-and-half until thickened. Pour over the cheesecake layer and spread evenly.
- Top with another layer of Cool Whip and sprinkle with toasted shredded coconut.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Toasting shredded coconut enhances flavor; do this until golden brown. Customize by adding fresh fruit like pineapple or mango between layers for an extra tropical twist.