No-bake Coconut Cream Lush Dessert Recipe
This no-bake coconut cream lush dessert is a layered treat featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth coconut cream filling, and whipped topping. With layers of creamy coconut pudding and a light whipped topping, this dessert is both decadent and refreshing. Ideal for warm days or any time you want an easy, no-bake dessert that’s sure to impress, this lush dessert delivers on flavor and simplicity.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant coconut cream pudding mix
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 cup shredded coconut, toasted (for garnish)
Instructions
- Crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9x13-inch pan. Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
- Cream Cheese Layer: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping. Spread this layer over the crust.
- Coconut Pudding Layer: In another bowl, whisk together coconut cream pudding mix, milk, and coconut milk until thickened. Spread over the cream cheese layer.
- Top Layer: Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pudding layer. Sprinkle toasted coconut on top.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Substitute graham cracker crust with a shortbread crust for variation.
- Toast shredded coconut for extra flavor and crunch.
- Allow dessert to chill fully for best slicing and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of dessert)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg