Heavenly Chocolate Dream Dessert
Indulge in pure decadence with the Heavenly Chocolate Dream Dessert, a layered masterpiece that perfectly balances creamy, rich, and nutty flavors. This no-fuss dessert begins with a golden pecan crust, followed by a velvety layer of cream cheese mixed with whipped topping, and is crowned with a luscious chocolate pudding layer. Topped with an airy whipped finish and garnished with elegant chocolate shavings, this chilled delight is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering. With a short prep time and no complicated steps, this make-ahead treat is ideal for busy cooks craving a show-stopping dessert. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this dessert is as visually stunning as it is delicious, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will leave everyone coming back for seconds!
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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
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 16 oz Whipped topping (e.g. Cool Whip), thawed
- 2 3.4 oz packets Instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups Milk
- 2 tbsp Chocolate shavings or curls (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and finely chopped pecans. Mix until the dough is crumbly and well combined.
Press the mixture evenly into a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Fold in half of the whipped topping (8 oz) into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
Spread the cream cheese layer evenly over the cooled crust.
In another bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and milk until thickened, about 2 minutes.
Evenly spread the chocolate pudding mixture over the cream cheese layer.
Gently spread the remaining whipped topping (8 oz) over the pudding layer to create the final layer.
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
Before serving, garnish the dessert with chocolate shavings or curls for an elegant touch.
Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3585 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 216.2 g | 277% | |
| Saturated Fat | 117.7 g | 588% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 441 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 3727 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 379.2 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 240.2 g | ||
| Protein | 60.1 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 1252 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2049 mg | 44% | |
*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.
