Luscious Layer Dessert
Indulge in pure dessert bliss with this Luscious Layer Dessert, a no-bake masterpiece that’s perfect for gatherings or an effortless sweet treat. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a velvety cream cheese layer, rich chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped topping, this layered dessert offers an irresistible harmony of creamy textures and crunchy bite. Garnished with optional chocolate shavings for a touch of elegance, it's as visually stunning as it is delicious. With just 25 minutes of prep and no oven required, this easy dessert recipe is ideal for busy days yet luxurious enough to impress your guests. Serve it chilled for the ultimate summer-dessert experience or whenever you crave a creamy, chocolatey indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 16 ounces Whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
- 2 packages (3.9 oz each) Chocolate instant pudding mix
- 4 cups Milk
- 0.25 cups Semi-sweet chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until evenly moistened. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish to form a crust. Refrigerate while preparing other layers.
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Fold in half of the whipped topping (8 ounces) and spread this mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
In another bowl, whisk together the chocolate instant pudding mix and milk for 2 minutes until thickened. Spread this pudding layer over the cream cheese layer.
Top the pudding layer with the remaining whipped topping (8 ounces), spreading evenly across the surface.
Optionally, sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate shavings on top for an elegant garnish.
Cover the dessert loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to overnight) to allow the layers to set.
Slice and serve chilled, enjoying the luscious combination of creamy and crunchy textures.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4807 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.5 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.2 g | 656% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 463 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 2880 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 658.7 g | 240% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 317.7 g | ||
| Protein | 87.2 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1621 mg | 125% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2333 mg | 50% | |
*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.
