Description
Creamy coconut cream lush desserts whisper tropical paradise with layered elegance. Chilled graham cracker crust and silky smooth coconut filling promise sweet escape you’ll savor with each delightful spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups melted butter
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 package instant coconut pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
Topping Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups whipped topping
- 1 cup shredded coconut (plus extra for garnish)
Sweetener:
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Craft a buttery foundation by thoroughly mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until uniform. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a chilled baking dish, creating a compact base. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set the crust.
- Whisk coconut pudding mix with cold milk until achieving a smooth, thickened consistency. Gently incorporate half of the whipped topping and shredded coconut, creating a luscious tropical layer with delicate texture.
- Using an electric mixer, blend cream cheese and powdered sugar until achieving a silky, velvety texture. Delicately fold in remaining whipped topping, ensuring a light and airy cream mixture.
- Carefully spread the cream cheese mixture over the chilled graham cracker crust, creating an even, smooth surface. Gently layer the coconut pudding mixture on top, maintaining distinct and distinct layers.
- Crown the dessert with a generous layer of whipped topping. Sprinkle additional shredded coconut for visual appeal and enhanced tropical flavor. Refrigerate for minimum 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and layers to set completely before serving.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Reduce sugar content by using sugar-free pudding mix and low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version.
- Toast shredded coconut beforehand to enhance its nutty flavor and add a delightful crunch to the dessert.
- Prep ingredients in advance and chill longer than 2 hours to allow flavors to meld together perfectly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 206
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 77 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg