Coconut Cream Lush: A Creamy, No-Bake Dessert for Every Occasion
Coconut Cream Lush is the ultimate creamy, no-bake dessert that brings a taste of the tropics to any gathering. With its delightful layers of rich cream cheese, velvety coconut pudding, and a buttery graham cracker crust, this dessert is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for summer barbecues, birthday parties, or simply a sweet treat after dinner, every bite will transport you to a sunny paradise. This easy-to-make dessert requires no baking skills and can be prepared ahead of time, making it an ideal choice for busy hosts. Serve it chilled for a refreshing indulgence that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 16 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant coconut cream pudding mix
- 3 cups half-and-half
- 8 oz Cool Whip
- 1 cup toasted shredded coconut
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by combining graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press firmly into a 9×13-inch pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth; mix in coconut extract and fold in half of the Cool Whip. Spread over the crust.
- Whisk together pudding mix and half-and-half until thickened; pour over the cream cheese layer.
- Spread remaining Cool Whip on top and sprinkle with toasted coconut.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least six hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg