Description
Coconut Cream Lush is a heavenly, tropical dessert that brings the joys of summer right to your table. With its luscious layers of creamy coconut filling atop a crunchy graham cracker crust, this delightful treat is perfect for any occasion. Topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes, each bite promises a refreshing escape to paradise. Ideal for gatherings or simply indulging at home, this easy-to-make dessert is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup canned coconut cream (chilled)
- 2 cups whipped topping
- ½ cup toasted shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Gently fold in whipped topping.
- Add chilled coconut cream to the mixture and fold until just combined.
- Spread the coconut mixture evenly over the crust. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, top with remaining whipped topping and sprinkle with toasted shredded coconut.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs. - Experiment by adding fresh fruits like pineapple or mango for added flavor.