Not So Decadent Reduced Fat Triple Layer Mud Pie
Indulge guilt-free with this "Not So Decadent Reduced Fat Triple Layer Mud Pie," a lightened-up version of the classic dessert that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Featuring a crunchy low-fat chocolate graham cracker crust, a creamy layer of slightly sweetened reduced-fat cream cheese, rich chocolate pudding, and a fluffy whipped topping, this pie offers all the decadence you crave with a fraction of the fat. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes with no baking required, it’s the perfect make-ahead dessert for any occasion. Finished with optional touches of low-fat chocolate chips and a dusting of cocoa powder, this luscious treat is sure to impress while keeping your dessert course refreshingly light.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 sheets low-fat chocolate graham crackers
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 cups light whipped topping, divided
- 1 package (1.4 oz) instant sugar-free chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups skim milk
- 2 tablespoons low-fat chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
In a food processor, pulse the graham crackers until finely ground into crumbs. Add the melted butter and pulse until the mixture is evenly moistened.
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie pan to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the filling.
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of light whipped topping. Spread this mixture evenly over the chilled crust to create the first layer.
In another medium bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and skim milk for about 2 minutes, until thickened. Spread this pudding mixture over the cream cheese layer as the second layer.
Top the pie with the remaining 1 cup of light whipped topping, spreading it evenly as the final layer.
If desired, sprinkle low-fat chocolate chips on top and dust lightly with unsweetened cocoa powder for extra garnish.
Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours, or until fully chilled and set.
Slice and serve the pie cold. Enjoy your reduced fat triple layer mud pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.6 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.5 g | 468% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 221 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 4534 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 562.1 g | 204% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 262.3 g | ||
| Protein | 72.4 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1344 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 2084 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.
