Mixed Berry Lush
This Mixed Berry Lush is a cool, creamy layered dessert made with a buttery graham cracker crust, cheesecake filling, smooth pudding, fresh berries, and whipped topping. It’s easy to make ahead and is the perfect dessert for summer gatherings, holidays, or anytime you want a simple dessert everyone will love.
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 594kcal
Ingredients
Crust
- 2 ½ cups (about 20 full sheets) graham cracker crumbs, plus more for garnish (optional)
- ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
Cheesecake Layer
- 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (120 g) confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping, thawed
Pudding Layer
- 2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups whole milk, cold
Fruit Layer & Topping
- 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping, thawed
- 4 to 5 cups fresh fruit, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, kiwi, sliced if large
Instructions
Crust
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, then let cool completely. (For a no-bake crust option, chill the crust for 15 minutes instead.)
Cheesecake Layer
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the whipped topping until fully combined. Spread evenly over the cooled crust.
Pudding Layer
- In a medium bowl, whisk together pudding mixes and cold milk for 2 to 3 minutes, until thickened. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then spread it over the cheesecake layer.
Fruit Layer & Topping
- Spread the whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until the layers are fully set.
- Right before serving, arrange the mixed fruit over the whipped topping. Add crushed graham crackers for garnish, if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1piece | Calories: 594kcal