No-bake Coconut Cream Lush Dessert Recipe
This No-Bake Coconut Cream Lush Dessert is an easy, creamy layered treat perfect for coconut lovers! Featuring a coconut cookie crust, coconut pudding, and a whipped cream topping, it’s a cool, no-bake option that satisfies sweet cravings without the oven. Ideal for gatherings, this dessert is a tropical twist that pairs well with summer events or as a refreshing end to any meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of coconut-flavored cookies, crushed
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 container of whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 1 package instant coconut pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Combine crushed cookies and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish. Chill in the refrigerator to set.
- Cream Cheese Layer: Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping and spread over the crust.
- Coconut Pudding Layer: Whisk coconut pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Pour over the cream cheese layer.
- Top Layer: Spread remaining whipped topping over the pudding layer and sprinkle with shredded coconut.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use toasted coconut on top.
- Substitute vanilla pudding if coconut pudding isn’t available.
- This dessert can be made a day in advance for easy serving at events.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg