Pistachio Lush Layered Dessert (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ CRUST
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into pieces
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1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
→ CHEESE LAYER
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226g (8 oz) cream cheese, room temperature
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1 cup confectioner's sugar
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1 cup whipped topping
→ PISTACHIO LAYER
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2 packages instant pistachio pudding mix
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3 cups milk
→ TOPPING
09 -
2 cups whipped topping
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1/2 cup almonds, toasted
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). In a large bowl, add the flour and cold butter pieces. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles small peas. Stir in the chopped walnuts.
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Press the mixture firmly into a 33 x 23 cm (13 x 9-inch) baking pan. Bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and cool completely.
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Beat cream cheese, confectioner's sugar and 1 cup of whipped topping until the mixture is smooth and silky. Spread this evenly across the cooled crust.
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Prepare pistachio pudding by whisking the pudding mix into the milk for 1-2 minutes until it begins to thicken. Spread the pudding evenly on top of the cheese layer.
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Refrigerate for 2-3 hours until set. Top with the remaining 2 cups of whipped topping and sprinkle with toasted almonds before serving.
# Notes:
01 -
For best results, allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before mixing
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This dessert can be prepared a day in advance for better flavor development