★Ingredients
Crust:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Cream Cheese Layer:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
1 cup powdered sugar
Chocolate Pudding Layer:
2 (3.9 oz) packages instant chocolate pudding mix
3 cups cold milk
Whipped Topping:
- 2 cups whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Garnish:
- Chocolate shavings or curls
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★Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, melted butter, and chopped pecans. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely.
- Cream Cheese Layer:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and mix until well combined.
- Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping until smooth.
- Spread this mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- Chocolate Pudding Layer:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Spread the pudding mixture over the cream cheese layer.
- Top Layer:
- Spread the remaining 2 cups of whipped topping over the pudding layer.
- Garnish:
- Garnish the top with chocolate shavings or curls.
- Chill:
- Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or until set.
Tips:
- For easy chocolate shavings, use a vegetable peeler to shave a chocolate bar.
- Make sure each layer is well set before adding the next to ensure clean layers.
- This dessert can be made a day in advance, making it perfect for parties or gatherings.
Enjoy!