Description
Homemade pistachio cream pie delivers a luxurious dessert experience from Middle Eastern culinary traditions. Creamy pistachio filling nestled in a buttery crust offers sweet comfort you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 prepared pie crust (graham cracker crust alternative)
- 20 oz crushed pineapple (in 100% juice)
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 3.4 oz pistachio Jell-O instant pudding mix
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
- 8 oz Cool Whip or 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream (whipped to stiff peaks)
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream (for topping)
- 1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup (60 g) finely chopped pistachios
- Maraschino cherries (as needed)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese with pistachio Jell-O pudding mix using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Add crushed pineapple with its juice, stirring thoroughly to incorporate evenly throughout the mixture.
- Gently fold miniature marshmallows into the creamy base, distributing them uniformly.
- Carefully integrate Cool Whip or whipped heavy cream, maintaining a light and airy consistency.
- Pour the prepared filling into the pre-chilled pie crust, ensuring an even surface.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, allowing the filling to set completely and flavors to meld.
- Prepare the topping by whipping heavy cream, gradually adding powdered sugar until stiff peaks form at medium-high speed.
- Using a decorative piping bag, create elegant swirls of whipped cream across the pie’s surface.
- Elegantly sprinkle chopped pistachios and vibrant maraschino cherries on top for a visually appealing and flavorful garnish.
Notes
- Swap instant pudding mix for homemade pistachio pudding to reduce processed ingredients and enhance natural flavor profile.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese for a lighter, protein-packed alternative that maintains creamy texture.
- Select gluten-free graham cracker crust for individuals with wheat sensitivities or celiac dietary requirements.
- Reduce sugar content by utilizing unsweetened whipped cream and selecting low-sugar marshmallows to create a more health-conscious dessert option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg