Description
This Easy Pistachio Cream Pie is the perfect dessert for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day! Creamy, dreamy, and packed with a rich pistachio flavor, this no-bake pie is quick to prepare and will impress your guests. With a crunchy graham cracker crust and a smooth pistachio filling, it’s a simple, yet elegant treat for any festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) graham cracker pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 cup milk
- 1 (8 oz) tub of whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Crushed pistachios (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pistachio Filling:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the pistachio pudding mix and milk until thickened, about 2 minutes. Set aside. - Mix the Cream Cheese Layer:
In a separate large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and mix well. - Combine the Mixtures:
Gently fold in the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture. Then, add the pistachio pudding mixture and stir until smooth and fully combined. - Assemble the Pie:
Pour the pistachio cream mixture into the prepared graham cracker crust. Spread it evenly with a spatula to smooth the top. - Chill the Pie:
Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours or until set. - Serve and Garnish:
Before serving, garnish the pie with crushed pistachios or extra whipped topping for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can make this pie a day ahead of time for a quicker dessert on the day of your celebration.
- For extra flavor, add a small amount of almond extract to the cream cheese mixture, as pistachios pair well with almond.
- Garnish with extra crushed pistachios, maraschino cherries, or green sprinkles for a more festive look.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th of the pie)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg