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whole pistachio pie topped with cherries
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Pistachio Pie

This Pistachio Pie is a creamy, cool, no-bake dream dessert. The pie uses a handful of easy-to-find ingredients and is ideal for any celebration.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword no bake pie recipes, pistachio recipes
Prep Time 9 minutes
Refrigeration Time 4 hours
Servings 6 - 8 servings
Calories 541kcal
Author Kathleen

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 (3.4-ounce) boxes instant pistachio pudding mix
  • 1 (8-ounce) tub Cool Whip, thawed overnight in fridge
  • 1 (6-ounce) 9 inch prepared graham cracker pie crust

Toppings:

  • whipped topping
  • maraschino cherries
  • pistachios, chopped
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Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, using a handheld electric mixer beat softened cream cheese (8 ounces) until creamy, about 1 minute.
    Step 1 how to make pistachio pie, Beat softened cream cheese
  • Add milk (2 cups) and pudding mixes (2 boxes) and continue to beat until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
    Step 2 how to make pistachio pie with cream cheese, Add milk and pudding mixes.
  • Fold in Cool Whip (1 tub).
    Step 3 how to make pistachio pie no bake, Fold in Cool Whip.
  • Pour into graham cracker crust. Refrigerate for 4 hours, or better overnight.
  • Decoratively top with whipped topping, cherries, and chopped pistachios. Serve.

Notes

  1. Pie's Texture: This pistachio pie with cream cheese will firm up slightly after chilling but, the overall texture stays soft and creamy.
  2. Change the Crust: This is also delicious made with a pre-made Oreo crust. You can also use a pastry crust that has been blind-baked.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 541kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 749mg | Potassium: 263mg | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 899IU | Calcium: 187mg