Description

Butterscotch Lush is a rich, creamy layered dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth cream cheese and Cool Whip cheesecake layer, a luscious butterscotch pudding middle, and a fluffy Cool Whip topping. Perfectly chilled and garnished with butterscotch morsels or chopped candy for a sweet, indulgent treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

3 cups graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
10 tablespoons butter, melted

Cheesecake Layer

8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
3/4 cup powdered sugar
8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed

Butterscotch Pudding Layer

2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant butterscotch pudding mix
3 cups half and half (or whole milk)

Topping

8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed
Optional: butterscotch morsels, chopped pecans, chopped Heath candy bars, butterscotch sauce drizzle

Instructions

Prep: Get a 9×13 baking pan and set it aside.
Crust: In a medium mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, light brown sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the 9×13 baking pan to form a crust. Place the pan in the freezer for 20 minutes to set while preparing the other layers.
Cheesecake Layer: Using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in 8 ounces of thawed Cool Whip using a wooden spoon or spatula until fully combined.
Butterscotch Pudding Layer: In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant butterscotch pudding mix and half and half for 1-2 minutes until it begins to thicken. Let it rest for about 3 minutes to allow the pudding to fully set.
Assemble The Butterscotch Lush: Remove the crust from the freezer. Spread the cheesecake layer evenly over the crust, making sure to reach the edges for a firm base layer. Next, spread the thickened butterscotch pudding layer over the cheesecake layer. Finally, spread the remaining 8 ounces of Cool Whip evenly atop the pudding layer.
Fridge Time: Cover the pan tightly with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld.
Garnish & Serve: Before serving, garnish the top with butterscotch chips, chopped Heath candy bars, or desired toppings. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps in the cheesecake layer.
You can substitute whole milk for half and half in the pudding layer for a lighter dessert.
Optional toppings like chopped pecans or butterscotch sauce add texture and extra flavor.
Keep the dessert refrigerated until ready to serve to maintain its layered texture.
If you want firmer layers, extend refrigeration time overnight.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Butterscotch Lush, layered dessert, no-bake dessert, graham cracker crust, instant pudding dessert, creamy dessert