Description
Indulge in the creamy, dreamy layers of Coconut Cream Lush – a decadent, no-bake dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This luscious treat features a buttery graham cracker crust, a velvety coconut cheesecake layer, a smooth coconut pudding layer, and a fluffy Cool Whip topping sprinkled with toasted coconut.
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12–14 graham cracker sheets)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Coconut Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened (2–8 ounce blocks)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp coconut extract
- 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed
Coconut Pudding Layer:
- 2 (3.4 oz) boxes of instant coconut cream pudding mix (or 1 box of 6.8 oz)
- 3 cups half-and-half (or whole milk)
Topping:
- 8 oz Cool Whip
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
Instructions
- Toast the Shredded Coconut
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread sweetened shredded coconut on a baking sheet and toast for 8–10 minutes until golden brown. Cool.
- Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust
Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a baking pan and freeze.
- Make the Coconut Cheesecake Layer
Beat cream cheese, sugar, and coconut extract. Fold in Cool Whip and spread over crust.
- Prepare the Coconut Pudding Layer
Whisk pudding mix with half-and-half until thickened. Spread over cheesecake layer.
- Add the Topping
Spread Cool Whip over pudding layer. Sprinkle toasted coconut on top.
- Chill the Dessert
Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to set.
Notes
- For best results, ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps.
- Toasting the coconut adds a rich flavor and crunch to the dessert.
- Allowing the dessert to chill overnight enhances the flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Coconut Cream Lush, Coconut Dessert, No-Bake Dessert, Coconut Cheesecake, Coconut Pudding
