Refrigerator Dessert
Indulge in the effortless charm of a no-bake Refrigerator Dessert—a creamy, layered treat that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Perfect for busy days, this recipe features the comforting crunch of graham crackers, silky vanilla pudding, and fluffy whipped cream, all crowned with a decadent drizzle of rich chocolate sauce. With minimal prep and no cooking required, the dessert comes together in just 20 minutes before chilling to perfection in the refrigerator. Ideal for feeding a crowd, the dish sets beautifully overnight, ensuring the flavors meld into a decadent mousse-like texture that’s irresistibly smooth. Whether you’re hosting a party or craving a cool, layered indulgence, this make-ahead dessert is a dreamy blend of convenience and elegance that’s bound to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Graham crackers
- 100 grams Instant vanilla pudding mix
- 500 milliliters Milk
- 250 milliliters Heavy whipping cream
- 30 grams Powdered sugar
- 5 milliliters Vanilla extract
- 100 grams Chocolate sauce or melted chocolate
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, prepare the vanilla pudding by combining the instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk. Whisk until the mixture thickens, about 2–3 minutes. Set aside.
In a separate mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until it forms medium peaks.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the prepared pudding mixture until fully combined and smooth. This will create a creamy, mousse-like consistency.
In a rectangular or square dish (approximately 9x13 inches), lay a single layer of graham crackers, covering the bottom completely.
Spread a layer of the pudding mixture (about 1/3 of the mixture) evenly over the graham crackers.
Repeat the process, layering graham crackers and pudding mixture, until you have three layers of each, ending with a top layer of the pudding mixture.
Drizzle chocolate sauce or melted chocolate over the top layer. Use a spoon or spatula to spread it evenly if desired.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the dessert to set and the flavors to meld together.
Once set, slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your no-bake refrigerator dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.4 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.4 g | 352% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2732 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 424.2 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 297.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.0 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 760 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1256 mg | 27% | |
*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.
