Coconut Cream Lush: A Creamy, No-Bake Dessert for Every Occasion
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Coconut Cream Lush, a creamy, no-bake dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This layered masterpiece combines a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and luscious coconut pudding topped with fluffy whipped cream and toasted coconut. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it also requires no baking—making it an ideal treat for warm weather gatherings or as a sweet after-dinner surprise. With its tropical flavors and delightful textures, Coconut Cream Lush is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
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
- 2 (3.4 oz) boxes of instant coconut cream pudding mix
- 3 cups half-and-half
- 8 oz Cool Whip
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- For the cream cheese layer, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and coconut extract until smooth. Fold in the Cool Whip and spread over the crust.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together pudding mix and half-and-half until thickened. Pour over the cream cheese layer.
- Top with another layer of Cool Whip and sprinkle with toasted coconut.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least six hours or overnight before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg