Description
A creamy, nutty dessert made with a smooth pistachio filling in a flaky pie crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 prepared pie crust (9-inch)
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Additional chopped pistachios for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bake the pie crust according to package directions and allow to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pistachio pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened.
- Fold in chopped pistachios.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Fold half of the whipped cream into the pistachio mixture until well combined.
- Pour the pistachio filling into the cooled pie crust and spread evenly.
- Top with the remaining whipped cream and smooth the top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Garnish with additional chopped pistachios before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Make sure the pie crust is completely cool before adding the filling.
- Use real whipped cream for best flavor and texture.
- This pie can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg