1 ready Crust shortbread pie crust

1 1/4 c. cold milk

1/4 tsp. almond extract

2 pkgs. cheesecake flavor instant pudding

1 (8-oz.) tub cool whip

1/2 c. sliced almonds , toasted, divided

Beat milk almond extract, pudding and half of cool whip in medium bowl with wire whisk for 1 minute. Sprinkle 1/4 c. almonds onto bottom of crust . Spread pudding mixture over almonds . Spread remaining cool whip over pudding . Top with remaining almonds. Refrigerate.