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Pistachio Torte

This layered pistachio torte is the perfect dessert for your next get-together. A quick crust, cream cheese filling, and pistachio pudding layer make a delicious treat!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cream cheese, dessert, pistachio, pistachio pudding, tortes
Servings: 12 people

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup butter soften
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
  • ¼ cup finely chopped nuts
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 8 ounces cool whip divided
  • 2 packages pistachio pudding 3.4 ounces
  • 2 ½ cups milk

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 9 by 13 inch baking pan with cooking spray and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, cream the butter until smooth. Add flour, white sugar, salt, and chopped nuts. Mix until well combined. Press into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake for 8-12 minutes, until the crust is lightly browned. Allow to cool.
  • Once the crust has cooled, Add the cream cheese to a large bowl and cream with a hand mixer. Add powdered sugar and 4 ounces of the cool whip. Spread on top of the cooled crust.
  • Combine the pudding with the milk and mix according to package directions. Spread the pudding on top of the cream cheese layer. Allow to set just a few minutes.
  • Spread the remaining cool whip on top of the pudding and top with additional nuts if you care to. Serve up immediately or this dessert is a great one that can be prepped a few days ahead.