FROZEN PISTACHIO DESSERT WITH RASPBERRY SAUCE

Frozen Pistachio Dessert With Raspberry Sauce image

Provided by Chrystal Cackler @journeyrock92

Categories Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 11

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1 1/2 cup(s) crushed vanilla wafers (about 45 wafers)
1/4 cup(s) finely chopped pistachios
1/4 cup(s) reduced-fat butter, melted
1 1/4 cup(s) fat-free milk
1 package(s) (1 ounce) sugar-free instant pistachio pudding mix
6 ounce(s) reduced-fat cream cheese
1 - carton (8 ounces) frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed, divided
1 package(s) (12 ounces) frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed
2 tablespoon(s) sugar
2 tablespoon(s) orange liqueur or orange juice
2 tablespoon(s) chopped pistachios

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the wafers, finely chopped pistachios and butter. Press onto the bottom of a 9-in. springform pan coated with cooking spray. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in the pudding. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in the pudding.
For sauce, place the raspberries, sugar and liqueur in a food processor. Cover and process for 1-2 minutes or until smooth. Strain and discard seeds and pulp. Refrigerate until serving. Remove dessert from the freezer 15 minutes before serving. Remove sides of pan. Garnish with chopped pistachios and remaining whipped topping. Serve with sauce.