Coconut Cream Lush: A Creamy, No-Bake Dessert for Every Occasion
If you’re craving a refreshing dessert that’s both easy to make and incredibly delicious, look no further than Coconut Cream Lush: A Creamy, No-Bake Dessert for Every Occasion. This delightful layered treat combines the rich flavors of coconut with creamy textures, making it perfect for any gathering or a simple weeknight indulgence. With no baking required, you can whip it up in just about 25 minutes and chill it until you’re ready to serve. Whether topped with toasted coconut or fresh fruit, this dessert is bound to impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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 instant coconut cream pudding mix
- 3 cups half-and-half (or whole milk)
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
Instructions
- For the crust, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and coconut extract until smooth. Fold in thawed Cool Whip and spread over the crust.
- Whisk together pudding mix and half-and-half until thickened. Pour over the cream cheese layer and smooth out.
- Top with another layer of Cool Whip and sprinkle with toasted shredded coconut.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least six hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg