Description
Butterscotch cool whip pie delivers a creamy, indulgent dessert that combines rich butterscotch flavor with light whipped topping. Chilled layers of sweet pudding and fluffy cream create a delightful treat you’ll savor with each refreshing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 tbsps (90 mL) unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 (3.4 oz / 96 g) box instant butterscotch pudding mix
- 1 cup (240 mL) cold milk
- 1 (8 oz / 226 g) tub Cool Whip (thawed)
- ½ cup butterscotch chips (optional)
- Additional Cool Whip (for garnish)
- Butterscotch chips or caramel drizzle (optional)
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Blend graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter until uniformly combined, then firmly press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, covering bottom and sides completely.
- Crust Stabilization: Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes or bake at 350F (175C) for 8-10 minutes to set and crisp the foundation.
- Filling Creation: Whisk butterscotch pudding mix with cold milk until achieving a thick, smooth consistency, then gently fold in Cool Whip to create a light, airy texture.
- Flavor Enhancement: Integrate butterscotch chips throughout the pudding mixture, ensuring even distribution for consistent caramel-like bursts of sweetness.
- Assembly and Chilling: Pour the silky pudding filling into the prepared crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to set and develop a rich, decadent texture.
- Presentation: Before serving, garnish with additional Cool Whip and scattered butterscotch chips, creating an enticing visual and textural finish that promises a delightful dessert experience.
Notes
- Chill Crust Perfectly: Refrigerate or bake the graham cracker crust to create a crisp, sturdy base that won’t become soggy when the filling is added.
- Prevent Lumpy Filling: Whisk pudding mix and milk thoroughly, ensuring no dry mix clumps remain for a silky-smooth texture that melts in your mouth.
- Control Sweetness Levels: Adjust butterscotch chips quantity based on personal preference or dietary needs, balancing the overall sweetness of the pie.
- Enhance Make-Ahead Potential: This dessert can be prepared up to 2 days in advance, making it ideal for entertaining or quick dessert solutions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg