Lush

Indulge in the creamy, dreamy perfection of 'Lush,' a no-bake dessert that layers flavor and texture for a truly irresistible treat. This crowd-pleaser starts with a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with a velvety cream cheese layer infused with a hint of vanilla sweetness. A rich pudding layer, made with your choice of chocolate or vanilla instant pudding, adds a luscious depth, while a generous cloud of fluffy whipped topping crowns this multi-layered masterpiece. Optional garnishes like chopped nuts or chocolate shavings provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes with no cooking required, 'Lush' is the ultimate make-ahead dessert for parties, potlucks, or simple family indulgence. Serve your masterpiece chilled and watch it disappear in seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3.4 oz instant pudding mix (chocolate or vanilla)
• 3 cups cold milk
• 16 oz whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
• 1 cup chopped nuts or chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust. Place the dish in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the next layers.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Spread this mixture over the chilled crust, creating an even layer.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and cold milk for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture starts to thicken. Let it sit for another 5 minutes to fully set. Spread the pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer.

Step 4

Next, gently spread the thawed whipped topping over the pudding layer, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.

Step 5

Sprinkle the top with chopped nuts or chocolate shavings (if desired) as a garnish.

Step 6

Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2-4 hours, or overnight, to allow the layers to set and the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy this creamy, layered delight!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2353.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7379.3

Total Fat 514.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 266.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 827.8mg	0%
Sodium 3952.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 615.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.1g	0%
Total Sugars 362.7g
Protein 104.3g	0%

Vitamin D 372.0IU	0%
Calcium 1567.6mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 3489.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.7%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 32.8%