Description
This Pistachio Pie is a creamy, luscious dessert featuring a graham cracker crust filled with a sweet pistachio pudding and cream cheese mixture, enriched with crushed pineapple for a burst of tropical flavor. Topped with whipped cream, maraschino cherries, and chopped pistachios, this pie is a perfect chilled treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Pie Base
- 1 Graham Cracker Crust
Filling
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese
- 3.4 ounces Pistachio Pudding Mix
- ½ cup Milk
- 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream (divided: ½ cup for filling, 1½ cups for topping)
- 4 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar
- 8 ounces Crushed Pineapple (canned, drained)
Topping and Garnish
- 3 Tablespoons Powdered Sugar
- 2 Tablespoons Pistachios (chopped)
- 12 Maraschino Cherries
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whip the cream cheese with the milk and ½ cup of the heavy whipping cream until the mixture is smooth, combined, and softened, creating a creamy base for the filling.
- Add Pistachio Pudding and Pineapple: Incorporate the pistachio pudding mix and granulated sugar into the cream cheese mixture, stirring until well combined and thickened. Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple to add texture and flavor.
- Fill the Pie Crust: Pour the prepared pistachio pudding filling into the graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly and smoothing the top to create a uniform layer.
- Whip the Topping: In a separate bowl, whip the remaining 1½ cups of heavy cream with the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. This will be the luscious, fluffy topping.
- Top the Pie: Spread the whipped cream evenly over the pistachio filling, smoothing it carefully to cover the surface completely.
- Decorate: Garnish the pie by spacing maraschino cherries on top and sprinkling with chopped pistachios for color, texture, and added flavor.
- Chill: Refrigerate the pie for at least one hour to allow it to set, though overnight chilling is recommended for best results and flavor melding.
Notes
- Ensure the crushed pineapple is well-drained to avoid adding excess moisture to the pie, which could affect the texture.
- For best flavor, chill the pie overnight to allow the filling to fully set and flavors to meld.
- Use fresh whipped cream, not canned, for a light and fluffy topping with the best texture.
- This pie is best served cold and should be kept refrigerated until serving.
- Substitute low-fat cream cheese and milk to make a lighter version, though texture may vary slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
