Coconut Cream Lush: A Creamy, No-Bake Dessert for Every Occasion
Indulge in the delightful Coconut Cream Lush, a creamy, no-bake dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This luscious treat features layers of rich cream cheese and coconut pudding, all topped with fluffy Cool Whip and toasted coconut. With its tropical flavor and easy preparation, this dessert will bring smiles to faces at family gatherings or casual get-togethers. Plus, it’s a make-ahead masterpiece—just prepare it in advance, let it chill, and serve when you’re ready. Everyone will love digging into this refreshing delight!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (plus additional for topping)
- 2 boxes of instant coconut cream pudding mix
- 3 cups half-and-half
Instructions
- Make the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan.
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add coconut extract and fold in half of the Cool Whip.
- In another bowl, 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 shredded coconut.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg