Possum Pie
Dive into the decadent delight of "Possum Pie," a layered dessert that is as charming as its name! This Southern-inspired treat combines a buttery pecan crust, a rich cream cheese layer, velvety chocolate pudding, and a cloud-like whipped topping for a show-stopping dessert that's perfect for any occasion. You'll love how the crunchy pecans in the crust add texture to the irresistibly creamy layers, while optional garnishes like chocolate shavings and extra pecans elevate its presentation. Ready in just 25 minutes of prep time and perfect for serving chilled, Possum Pie is a no-bake favorite when it comes to indulgent, crowd-pleasing desserts. Whether you're hosting a potluck, celebrating a holiday, or simply craving something sweet, this layered pie recipe will impress every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup pecans, chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 packages instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups whole milk
- 16 ounces whipped topping (thawed)
- 2 tablespoons chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons crumbled pecans (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, unsalted butter (cut into small pieces), and chopped pecans. Work the mixture with a fork or your hands until it forms a crumbly dough.
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
While the crust cools, prepare the cream cheese layer. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
In another bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and whole milk until thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Spread the pudding layer evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Top the pudding layer with the whipped topping, spreading it out evenly to cover the entire dish.
Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours to let it set properly.
Before serving, garnish with optional chocolate shavings and crumbled pecans for an extra touch of flavor and texture.
Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4729 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 260.8 g | 334% | |
| Saturated Fat | 141.3 g | 706% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 463 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 3722 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 554.2 g | 202% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 393.6 g | ||
| Protein | 62.0 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 1249 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2157 mg | 46% | |
*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.
