Delightful 4 Layer Dessert
Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with this Delightful 4 Layer Dessert—a no-fuss, crowd-pleasing recipe perfect for potlucks, holidays, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Featuring a buttery pecan crust as the foundation, this dessert layers creamy, tangy cream cheese, rich chocolate and vanilla pudding, and fluffy Cool Whip for a harmony of textures and flavors in every bite. The preparation is quick, with only 25 minutes of prep time, and it’s finished with a chilled perfection that makes it ideal for make-ahead gatherings. Garnish with chocolate shavings or sprinkles for a visually stunning finish, and watch as this decadent four-layer masterpiece becomes the star of your dessert table. Whether you're searching for easy layered desserts or an irresistible no-bake treat with pudding, this recipe is sure to delight everyone around the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Pecans, finely chopped
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 12 oz Cool Whip, thawed
- 3.9 oz Instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3.4 oz Instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups Cold milk
- 2 tablespoons Chocolate shavings or sprinkles (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine flour, melted butter, and chopped pecans. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to create the crust.
Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of Cool Whip. Spread this cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
In another bowl, whisk together the chocolate and vanilla pudding mixes with the cold milk. Whisk for 2-3 minutes until the pudding thickens. Spread the pudding mixture on top of the cream cheese layer.
Spread the remaining Cool Whip evenly over the pudding layer to form the final layer.
Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until well set.
Optional: Before serving, garnish with chocolate shavings or sprinkles.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your Delightful 4 Layer Dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 231.7 g | 297% | |
| Saturated Fat | 133.6 g | 668% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 435 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 3785 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 517.4 g | 188% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 365.3 g | ||
| Protein | 59.1 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.3 mcg | 46% | |
| Calcium | 1239 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1893 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
