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Looking for a delicious, yet easy-to-make dessert? This butterscotch lush recipe is perfect for you! The best part? It only requires a few simple ingredients.

Your family is going to love this sweet treat.

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The butterscotch lush recipe is a decadent dessert that will tantalize your taste buds. The rich and creamy flavor of the butterscotch is perfectly balanced with the sweet and tart lime juice.

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Why Try This Butterscotch Lush Recipe

  • Layered dessert
  • Popular butterscotch pudding dessert
  • Great for parties and events
  • Simple Prep
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What is Butterscotch Lush?

Butterscotch Lush is a dessert that typically consists of several layers of delicious ingredients. The exact recipe may vary, but it often includes a bottom layer of crushed cookies or a graham cracker crust, followed by a layer of creamy butterscotch pudding or custard.

What Kind Of Cream Cheese To Use In Lush Desserts?

You can use regular full-fat cream cheese or a reduced-fat version in lush desserts. It is important to use cream cheese that is softened to room temperature, so it blends well with the other ingredients.

Optional Additions To Sprinkle On Top:

You can sprinkle butterscotch chips, chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or crumbled cookies on top of butterscotch lush to add extra texture and flavor.

Check out this 4 layer delight dessert for another layered dessert.

How Long Is Butterscotch Lush Good For?

Butterscotch lush can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Make sure it is stored in an airtight container to prevent from taking on flavors from the fridge.

Can You Replace The Cool Whip In Lush Desserts?

Yes, you can replace Cool Whip with homemade whipped cream or whipped topping made with heavy cream. You can make homemade whipped cream but know it will break down quicker than cool whip.

Can I make this recipe with a food processor?

You can use a food processor to make the crust for butterscotch lush, but it is recommended to mix the other layers by hand to avoid overmixing and changing the texture of the dessert.

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Ingredients:

For the crust:

  • Graham crackers crushed
  • Butter melted
  • Granulated sugar

For the cream cheese layer:

  • Cream cheese softened
  • Heavy whipping cream
  • Granulated sugar

For the pudding layer:

  • Instant butterscotch pudding mix
  • Milk

For the whipped cream layer:

  • Heavy whipping cream
  • Powdered sugar

For the topping:

  • Butterscotch ice cream topping
  • Shaved chocolate

How to make Butterscotch Lush:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9×9 baking dish well.

Step 2: Add the ingredients for the crust in a mixing bowl, and stir to combine well.

Step 3: Press the crust mixture into the bottom of the greased baking dish, and bake for 15 minutes.

Press the crust mixture into the bottom of the greased baking dish, and bake for 15 minutes.

Step 4: Remove the crust and let cool.

Step 5: While the crust cools, combine the ingredients for the cream cheese layer until smooth and fluffy. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.

Step 6: Combine the pudding layer ingredients until smooth and creamy.

Step 7: Spread the pudding mixture over the cream cheese layer in the baking dish.

Combine the pudding layer ingredients until smooth and creamy.

Step 8: Beat together the ingredients for the whipped cream layer until soft peaks form.

Step 9: Spread the whipped cream mixture over the pudding layer.

Step 10: Chill the mixture for four hours.

Step 11: Top with butterscotch ice cream topping and shaved chocolate before serving.

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Butterscotch Lush

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Looking for a delicious, yet easy-to-make dessert? This butterscotch lush recipe is perfect for you! The best part? It only requires a few simple ingredients. So, gather up your supplies and get baking! Your family is going to love this sweet treat.
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Ingredients 

For the crust:

  • 1 ½ C. Graham crackers crushed
  • 1 Stick of butter melted
  • ½ C. Granulated sugar
  • For the cream cheese layer:
  • 8 oz. Cream cheese softened
  • 2 C. Heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ C. Granulated sugar

For the pudding layer:

  • 2 Boxes of instant butterscotch pudding mix
  • 2 ½ C. Milk

For the whipped cream layer:

  • 1 C. Heavy whipping cream
  • 3 Tbsp. Powdered sugar
  • For the topping:
  • Butterscotch ice cream topping
  • Shaved chocolate

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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9×9 baking dish well.
  • Add the ingredients for the crust in a mixing bowl, and stir to combine well.
  • Press the crust mixture into the bottom of the greased baking dish, and bake for 15 minutes.
  • Remove the crust and let cool.
  • While the crust cools, combine the ingredients for the cream cheese layer until smooth and fluffy. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
  • Combine the pudding layer ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  • Spread the pudding mixture over the cream cheese layer in the baking dish.
  • Beat together the ingredients for the whipped cream layer until soft peaks form.
  • Spread the whipped cream mixture over the pudding layer.
  • Chill the mixture for four hours.
  • Top with butterscotch ice cream topping and shaved chocolate before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 552kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 291mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g
Author: Marta

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Make-ahead and freezer notes

Butterscotch lush can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. It is not recommended to freeze butterscotch lush, as the texture may change and become mushy.

How to soften cream cheese

You can soften cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature for 1-2 hours or by microwaving it on a low power setting for a few seconds at a time until it is softened.

Or you can place the cream cheese in a warm bowl of water. Let it sit 10 minutes then check the cream cheese to see the texture. Leave the cream cheese in the foil wrapper, as you do not want water on the cream cheese.

I’m not sure whether it’s the butter or the flour that I’m having trouble with. What am I doing wrong?

If you are having trouble with the texture of the crust, it may be due to using too much or too little butter or not mixing the ingredients thoroughly. If the crust is too crumbly, try adding a little more butter. If it is too wet, add a little more flour.

Can I replace the butterscotch pudding for other lush cake flavors?

Yes, you can replace the butterscotch pudding with other flavors of pudding, such as chocolate, vanilla, or banana.

You can also experiment with different types of crust and toppings to create your own unique version of lush cake.

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