Best 6 Pistachio Pudding Delight Squares Recipes

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Indulge in the heavenly delight of pistachio pudding squares, a dessert that captivates taste buds with its irresistible combination of creamy pistachio filling, a flaky crust, and a decadent whipped topping. With their vibrant green hue and delightful pistachio flavor, these squares are sure to impress your friends and family. So, let's embark on a culinary journey as we discover the secrets to creating this scrumptious dessert that will become a staple in your recipe collection.

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PISTACHIO SQUARES



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A good friend and former co-worker brought these squares to a baby shower a number of years ago. Makes for a very delicious dessert to take to a family gathering or any occasion and guaranteed you'll get lots of requests for the recipe. Bet when you try them, you won't be able to stop at just one!!!

Provided by Nova Scotia Cook

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup flour
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup chopped nuts
2/3 cup icing sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 liter Cool Whip
2 (113 g) packages instant pistachio pudding mix
2 1/2 cups milk

Steps:

  • Mix first layer and press into 9 x 13 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
  • Combine ingredients for second layer and spread on first layer.
  • Mix pudding and milk; spread over second layer.
  • Spread remaining Cool Whip over third layer.
  • Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
  • Place in refrigerator until ready to serve.

MOM'S PISTACHIO SQUARES



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My mother has been making this dessert for years now for parties, showers, potlucks, etc..always to rave reviews. These are nice & light as opposed to other rich desserts and are very yummy!

Provided by Rhonda J

Categories     Dessert

Time 43m

Yield 1 9x13 pan

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine
4 tablespoons sugar
2 cups flour
1/2 cup chopped nuts (of your choice pistachios,walnuts,pecans)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
3/4 cup icing sugar
16 ounces (500 ml.) Cool Whip
2 packages instant pistachio pudding mix
2 cups milk
500 ml Cool Whip
chopped nuts

Steps:

  • For 1st Layer: Cream butter,sugar& flour,add nuts.
  • Press in a greased 9x13 pan.
  • Bake 10 mins.
  • at 325.
  • For 2nd Layer: Mix cream cheese and sugar at high speed and blend in Cool Whip.
  • Spread over COOLED first layer.
  • For 3rd Layer: Mix pudding and milk and place in the fridge for 3 minutes and pour over second layer.
  • Spread top of dessert with additional Cool Whip (500ml.) and sprinkle with chopped nuts.

FROSTY PISTACHIO DELIGHT



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"I love the simple make-ahead convenience of this refreshing dessert drizzled with fudge topping," writes Sandie Davenport from Farmer City, Illinois. "Being able to make this pie the night before and then freeze it gives me time to work on all those last-minute holiday dinner details!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
2/3 cup butter, melted
1 carton (1-1/2 quarts) vanilla ice cream, softened
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant pistachio pudding mix
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons pistachios, chopped, divided
3 drops green food coloring, optional
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 jar (11-3/4 ounces) hot fudge ice cream topping, warmed

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and butter. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 7-9 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, combine the ice cream, pudding mixes, 1 cup pistachios and food coloring if desired. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust. Cover and freeze for at least 4 hours., Remove from the freezer 10 minutes before serving. Drizzle with fudge topping; sprinkle with remaining pistachios.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 25g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 444mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

PISTACHIO BAR DESSERT



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Delight the party with this Pistachio Bar Dessert. Dark crust and two lush fillings will put our Pistachio Bar Dessert first on every guest list.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 4h20m

Yield 32 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

36 vanilla creme-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, finely crushed (about 3 cups)
6 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
2 pkg. (3.4 oz. each) JELL-O Pistachio Flavor Instant Pudding
2 cups cold milk
1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided
1/2 cup toffee bits

Steps:

  • Combine cookie crumbs and butter; press onto bottom of 13x9-inch pan. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Beat pudding mixes and milk in large bowl with whisk 2 min.; spread 1-1/2 cups onto crust. Stir half the COOL WHIP into remaining pudding; spread over pudding layer in pan. Cover with remaining COOL WHIP.
  • Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm. Sprinkle with toffee bits just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0.9442 g

LAYERED PISTACHIO PUDDING DESSERT



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup flour
1 cup coarsely chopped PLANTERS Pecans
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine, melted
1 Tbsp sugar
1 pkg (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
3 cups COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed
2 pkg (4 serving-size each) JELL-O Pistachio Flavor Instant Pudding & Pie Filling
3 cups milk
3 cups COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a mixing bowl combine flour, pecans, butter, and sugar with a pastry blender. Pat or press into a 9 x 13 metal baking pan. Bake for 13 minutes. Cool completely before covering with next layer.
  • In another mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 3 cups whipped topping. Spread evenly over crust.
  • Prepare pudding as directed on package, but only use 3 cups milk. Spread evening over cream cheese layer.
  • Spread 3 cups whipped topping on top of pudding layer. Chill for 2 hours, cut, and serve. Refrigerate any leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

PISTACHIO CREAM BARS



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Pistachio flavors abound in these dreamy and creamy bars, from the cookie crust to the filling.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup powdered sugar
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup finely chopped pistachio nuts
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 box (4-serving size) pistachio instant pudding and pie filling mix
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat butter and 2/3 cup powdered sugar with electric mixer on low speed until blended. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in flour and baking powder. Stir in nuts. Press dough in bottom of pan.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack, about 1 hour.
  • In chilled medium bowl, beat whipping cream with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. In another medium bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup powdered sugar on medium speed 1 minute or until creamy. Fold in vanilla and 1 1/2 cups of the whipped cream. Spread over baked crust. Refrigerate.
  • In medium bowl, mix dry pudding mix and 1 cup milk as directed on package. Refrigerate 5 minutes. Fold in remaining whipped cream. Spread over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or until chilled. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Garnish with additional chopped nuts, if desired. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287, Carbohydrate 23 g, Fat 4, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 204 mg

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use full-fat milk and cream cheese.
  • If you don't have pistachio pudding mix, you can make your own by blending together 1 cup of cooked and cooled rice, 1/2 cup of milk, 1/4 cup of sugar, 1/4 cup of chopped pistachios, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  • If you don't have a 9x13 inch baking dish, you can use two 8-inch square baking dishes.
  • Be sure to let the squares chill for at least 4 hours before serving so that they have time to set.
  • For a fun variation, try adding a layer of fresh raspberries or strawberries between the pistachio pudding and the whipped topping.

Conclusion:

Pistachio Pudding Delight Squares are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With their creamy pistachio pudding filling, crunchy graham cracker crust, and fluffy whipped topping, these squares are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try!

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