Easy Pistachio Cream Pie

This dreamy combination of pistachio pudding, cream cheese, marshmallows, and juicy crushed pineapple come together as the filling in a pie crust. The whipped cream and nuts on top finish the dessert off perfectly. It’s an irresistible sweet treat and you will definitely want that second slice.

Easy as well as delicious, this creamy pie is made in colorful layers and it looks great. And of course it tastes even better! The creamy nutty taste is amazing and then you have the sweetness of the pineapple too. Everything just works together so well, making this dessert the perfect choice for a spring or summer party or special meal.

It’s best to choose pineapple in juice rather than syrup, which can be a little over-sweet in the pie. And make sure you give your cream cheese time to soften at room temperature so it mixes in well. Cool Whip saves time but if you prefer to whip your own cream, by all means go ahead!

Why You’ll Love the Recipe:

This no-bake pie is so simple to make. You just have to combine the filling ingredients and spoon into the pie crust. Garnish as liked and enjoy! 

How to Serve It:

Enjoy a slice of this for dessert or pair it with a cup of coffee or tea as a mid-morning or late afternoon snack. 

Ingredients:

• Pistachio Jell-O instant pudding mix
• Softened full-fat cream cheese
• Mini marshmallows
• Crushed pineapple in juice
• Heavy cream whipped to stiff peaks or Cool Whip
• Ready-made pie crust or graham cracker crust

OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:

• Chopped pistachios
• Powdered sugar
• Heavy whipping cream
• Maraschino cherries

How to make Easy Pistachio Cream Pie:

Step 1. Beat the Jell-O pudding mix with the cream cheese, using an electric mixer, until fluffy and light.

Step 2. Mix in the pineapple and its juice.

Step 3. Mix in the marshmallows and then fold in the whipped cream or Cool Whip.

Step 4. Spoon the mixture into a pie crust and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Step 5. When ready to serve, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until you have stiff peaks.

Step 6. Pipe this topping on to the pie and then add chopped nuts and/or maraschino cherries if desired.

If you love fruit and nuts as well as creamy desserts, this one is really going to appeal to you. The creamy pistachio pudding and pineapple pairs with crunchy nuts, soft mini marshmallows and a crumbly pie crust.

Can You Make It Ahead?

Yes, you can prepare it in advance and keep it refrigerated until you’re ready.

Storage Instructions:

Leftovers will keep for up to 3 days in an airtight container (or covered with plastic wrap) in the refrigerator. You can freeze it for a few weeks but the texture won’t be as good after thawing.

Variations and Substitutions:

Try mandarin orange segments in place of the pineapple or sugar-free Jell-O instead of regular. You can also try colored marshmallows instead of white ones for added color.

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