Description
Experience the magic of the Three Broomsticks with this no-bake Butterbeer Lush! A crunchy wafer crust supports a fluffy cream cheese cloud.
Ingredients
- Nilla Wafers or shortbread cookies: 1 1/2 cups crushed
- Unsalted Butter (melted): 1/2 cup
- Cream Cheese (softened): 8 ounces
- Confectioners' Sugar: 1 cup
- Frozen Whipped Topping (thawed, divided): 16 ounces (two 8-ounce tubs)
- Instant Butterscotch Pudding Mix: Two 3.4-ounce boxes
- Cold Whole Milk: 3 cups
- Butterscotch or Caramel Topping (for drizzle): 1/4 cup
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the crust by combining the crushed wafers and melted butter until evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the next layer.
- Step 2: Create the cream cheese layer by beating the softened cream cheese and confectioners' sugar in a medium bowl until light and fluffy. Gently fold in half (8 ounces) of the thawed whipped topping until fully incorporated, then carefully spread this mixture over the chilled crust.
- Step 3: Prepare the Butterscotch layer by whisking the instant butterscotch pudding mix with the cold milk for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture begins to thicken significantly. Allow it to set for 5 minutes, then gently spoon and spread the pudding over the cream cheese layer, ensuring the layers do not mix.
- Step 4: Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow all layers to set completely and the flavors to meld. If covering, do so loosely to avoid disturbing the top layer.
- Step 5: Before serving, spread the remaining 8 ounces of thawed whipped topping over the butterscotch layer. Drizzle the dessert generously with the butterscotch or caramel topping to mimic the signature foam of Butterbeer. Slice and serve cold.
Notes
- Store any leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended as it ruins the delicate texture of the whipped topping and pudding upon thawing.
- This dessert must remain cold, so please skip the microwave; if your Butterbeer Lush has been sitting out, allow it to rechill for 30 minutes before serving to ensure the pudding and cream cheese layers are perfectly firm.
- For an extra enchanting presentation, serve slices alongside a mug of chilled cream soda or sparkling apple juice topped with a generous dollop of extra whipped cream to fully embrace the Butterbeer theme.
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened (at least an hour at room temperature) before mixing with the sugar, as this prevents lumps and guarantees the smoothest possible foundation for your layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 3" x 2")
- Calories: 345
- Sodium: 198mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12.5g
- Trans Fat: 0.4g
- Protein: 26g