Cool, creamy, and made with zero oven time, this pistachio pie is an easy no-bake dessert that always disappears fast. With just five ingredients, a fluffy pistachio filling, and a graham cracker crust, it comes together quickly and chills into neat, creamy slices.
Holly’s Recipe Highlights
- Flavor: This pie is sweet and creamy with a light pistachio flavor and a cool, fluffy texture.
- Recommended Tools: A hand mixer, mixing bowl, and spatula make this pie quick and easy to pull together.
- Serving Suggestions: This pie is always a hit at potlucks and summer BBQs. Finish it with crushed pistachios and maraschino cherries for a classic touch.
Shortcut Staples for Pistachio Pie
- Crust: Store-bought saves time, but homemade is perfect if you want a little extra crunch. Use a deep-dish crust for taller, bakery-style slices.
- Cream Cheese: Full-fat cream cheese sets up firmer and gives a richer flavor. Just be sure it’s fully softened, so it whips up smooth and lump-free.
- Pudding Mix: Use two boxes of instant pudding for proper thickening and to make the filling set sliceably thick.
- Whipped Topping: Fold gently to keep it airy and thaw in the fridge so it blends smoothly.
- Marshmallow Topping: Combine heavy cream and marshmallow fluff in a chilled bowl, then whip until stiff peaks form for a sweet, fluffy topping.
- Variations: Swap in an Oreo cookie crust for a delicious chocolate-pistachio twist, or spoon the filling into mini graham shells for easy individual servings. For extra crunch, mix chopped pistachios into the filling, or keep it simple with plain whipped topping if you skip the marshmallow layer.
Stir, Spread, Then Set
- Whip the cream cheese (full recipe below).
- Blend in the pudding mix and gradually add the milk.
- Fold in the whipped topping. Spread into the pie crust and chill.
When ready to serve, whip the marshmallow topping and spread it over the pie.
Holly’s No-Bake Pie Secret
- For a Smooth Filling: Beat the cream cheese until lump-free before adding anything else.
- Filling Too Loose: Let the mixture sit for a minute or two after mixing so the pudding can thicken before spreading.
- For An Airy Pie: Fold (do not beat) the whipped topping.
- For A Firmer Set: Use cold milk and chill the full 3 hours minimum.
- For Clean Slices: Chill overnight and wipe the knife between cuts.
- Make it Ahead: Prep the pie and let it chill. Then add the whipped topping right before serving.
Chill Now, Slice Later
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. It will keep in the freezer for up to 4 weeks. Thaw overnight in the fridge and serve chilled. For the best texture, add the marshmallow topping just before serving.
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Pistachio Pie
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 graham cracker crust pre-made or make your own
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese softened
- 2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant pistachio pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 2 cups whipped topping such as Cool Whip, thawed
Marshmallow whip cream topping (optional)
- ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
- ⅔ cup marshmallow fluff
- crushed pistachios or maraschino cherries for serving
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whip the cream cheese with a hand mixer until fluffy.
- Blend in the pudding mix. Gradually add the milk, mixing until thickened and smooth.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping. Spread the filling into the prepared pie crust.
- Chill for at least 3 hours or overnight before serving.
To make the marshmallow whipped cream:
- In a large bowl, combine whipped cream and marshmallow fluff. Whip at high speed until stiff peaks form. Spread over pie just before serving.
Notes
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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