Easy Butterscotch Pudding Layered Dessert (No‑Bake Lush)

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If you love a creamy, dreamy no‑bake treat, this butterscotch pudding layered dessert is about to be your new favorite. It’s a classic butterscotch lush dessert made with buttery graham crackers, a silky cream cheese layer, and rich butterscotch pudding stacked into the most irresistible bite.

This easy butterscotch pudding dessert comes together fast, requires zero baking, and delivers that nostalgic, sweet‑and‑salty butterscotch flavor everyone loves. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you need a crowd‑pleasing layered pudding dessert.

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Why We Love this Easy Butterscotch Pudding Layered Dessert

This butterscotch pudding cream cheese dessert is everything we love about summer sweets — quick to make, served chilled, and ready in just 15 minutes. The buttery graham cracker crust paired with silky butterscotch pudding is pure dessert magic. We absolutely cannot resist.

It’s perfect for BBQs, potlucks, holidays, or anytime you’re craving a no bake butterscotch dessert that tastes like nostalgia in every bite. This easy layered pudding dessert feeds a small crowd and disappears fast.

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Ingredients for This Butterscotch Pudding Cream Cheese Dessert

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST

• graham cracker crumbs
•  sugar
• butter

CREAM CHEESE LAYER

• cream cheese
• powdered sugar
• vanilla
• Cool Whip

BUTTERSCOTCH PUDDING

• milk
• instant butterscotch pudding mix

TOPPINGS

• Cool Whip
• Topping Choices: Toffee bits, chopped Butterfinger bars, shaved chocolate, salted caramel or butterscotch sauce drizzled on top
  

How to Make This No‑Bake Butterscotch Pudding Layered Dessert

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST

1. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter together.
2. Press the mixture into an 8×8, 9×9 or 9×13 dish. Flatten the mixture using the bottom of a flat glass. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes.

CREAM CHEESE LAYER

1. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar using a hand mixer. Fold in 8 ounces of Cool Whip. Spread over graham cracker crust.

BUTTERSCOTCH PUDDING LAYER

1. Combine the milk and pudding mix and whisk together for 1 to 2 minutes, or until smooth and thickened. See option for 9×13 pan in recipe for doubling butterscotch pudding.
2. Pour over cream cheese layer. 

TOPPINGS 

1. Spread remaining Cool Whip on top and sprinkle with toffee bits, pecans, butterscotch chips, chopped Butterfinger bars, shaved chocolate, salted caramel or butterscotch sauce drizzled on top.
2. Refrigerate for several hours before serving.
3. Store leftovers in refrigerator if any are to be had! 🙂

Tips for the Best Butterscotch Lush Dessert

• Whip the cream cheese while cold for a thicker, smoother layer.
• Whisk the pudding until fully thickened so the layers stay clean.
• Chill at least 2–4 hours to help everything set beautifully.
• Fold in the whipped topping gently to keep the filling light and fluffy.
• Press the graham cracker crust firmly so it holds together when slicing.
• Make it ahead — the flavors get even better overnight.
• Add toppings like toffee bits or pecans for a little crunch

Variations for This Easy Layered Pudding Dessert

• Chocolate Butterscotch Lush – Swap one pudding layer for chocolate pudding.
• Butterscotch Turtle Dessert – Add pecans, mini chocolate chips, and caramel drizzle.
• Salted Butterscotch Version – Stir a pinch of flaky sea salt into the pudding.
• Try a Different Crust – Use Nilla wafers, shortbread, or Biscoff cookies.
• Extra‑Creamy Layer – Fold in more whipped topping for a fluffier filling.
• Holiday Twist – Top with toffee bits, pecans, or festive sprinkles.

How to Store This Butterscotch Pudding Dessert

• Refrigerate: Cover tightly and store in the fridge for 3–4 days. The layers stay creamy and the graham cracker crust softens just slightly (in the best way).
• Make Ahead: This butterscotch pudding layered dessert is even better the next day as the flavors meld and the layers fully set.
• Freezing: Not recommended — the pudding and cream cheese layers can separate once thawed.
• Serving Tip: Keep chilled until ready to serve so the layers stay clean and firm

Make Ahead

• This butterscotch pudding layered dessert is perfect for making ahead — the layers actually set better overnight.
• Assemble the whole dessert, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before serving.
• Add any toppings (toffee, pecans, whipped topping swirls) right before serving so they stay crisp and fresh.

Butterscotch Pudding Layered Dessert FAQ

Can I make this no bake butterscotch dessert ahead of time?
Yes! This dessert actually sets better overnight. Assemble it, cover tightly, and refrigerate until serving.

What kind of pudding works best?
Instant butterscotch pudding is the way to go. It thickens quickly and gives you those clean, defined layers a no‑bake dessert needs.

Can I use homemade whipped cream instead of whipped topping?
You can, but whipped topping is more stable and helps the layers hold their shape, especially if you’re transporting it.

Can I swap the graham cracker crust?
Definitely. Nilla wafers, shortbread cookies, or Biscoff all make delicious crust alternatives for this layered pudding dessert.

How long does this butterscotch lush dessert last?
Store it tightly covered in the fridge for 3–4 days. The crust softens slightly, but the flavor stays amazing.

Can I freeze this dessert?
Freezing isn’t recommended — the pudding and cream cheese layers can separate once thawed.

If you’re craving something sweet, simple, and totally irresistible, this butterscotch pudding layered dessert always delivers. It’s creamy, chilled, no‑bake perfection — the kind of dessert that disappears fast and earns instant “make this again” status. Whether you’re bringing it to a potluck or keeping it all to yourself (no judgment), this butterscotch lush is pure comfort in every bite. Enjoy every creamy, dreamy layer!

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Easy Butterscotch Pudding Layered Dessert

Kim Lange

This no-bake Butterscotch Pudding Layered Dessert is so amazing! This luscious dessert features a graham cracker crust topped with cream cheese fluff, butterscotch pudding, whipped cream and toffee bits. Perfect for BBQ, potlucks, summer or when you're craving creamy butterscotch pudding!  YUM!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Refrigerate 3 hours hrs

Course Dessert

Servings 9 Servings or more if using 9x13 pan

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Ingredients

 

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GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs or cookie crumbs for 9x13 pan, double graham cracker recipe if desired if you want a thicker crust.
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 6 tablespoons melted butter

CREAM CHEESE LAYER

• 16 ounces cream cheese softened
• ¾ cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 8 ounces Cool Whip

PUDDING LAYER

• 1 ¾ cup milk can also double butterscotch pudding layer by using 3 1/4 cups of milk for 9x13 pan
• 3.4 ounces instant butterscotch pudding can double butterscotch pudding layer by using 2 3.4 ounces instant butterscotch pudding for 9x13 pan

TOPPINGS

• 8 ounces Cool Whip add 4 ounces more for 9x13 pan if desired.
• Topping Choices: Toffee bits chopped Butterfinger bars, shaved chocolate, salted caramel or butterscotch sauce drizzled on top

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Instructions

 

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST

• In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter together.
• Press the mixture into an 8×8, 9x9 or 9x13 dish. Flatten the mixture using the bottom of a flat glass. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes.

CREAM CHEESE LAYER

• In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar using a hand mixer. Fold in 8 ounces of Cool Whip. Spread over graham cracker crust.

PUDDING LAYER

• For 8x8 or 9x9 dish - Combine the 1 3/4 cups milk and 1 pudding mix and whisk together for 1 to 2 minutes, or until smooth and thickened. Pour over cream cheese layer.

  For 9x13 pan, Combine the 3 1/4 cups milk and 2 pudding mixes and whisk together for 1 to 2 minutes, or until smooth and thickened. Pour over cream cheese layer.

TOPPINGS

• Spread remaining Cool Whip on top and sprinkle with toffee bits, pecans, butterscotch chips, chopped Butterfinger bars, shaved chocolate, salted caramel or butterscotch sauce drizzled on top.
• Refrigerate for several hours before serving

Keyword butterscotch, cream cheese, layered dessert, lush, pudding, whipped cream

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