Chocolate Layer Dessert Recipe
Description:
This delightful Chocolate Layer Dessert is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for potlucks, weeknight treats, or any sweet occasion! While it’s simple to assemble, it does require some time for layering and chilling, so it’s best to prepare it the day before serving for optimal taste and texture.
Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Chill Time: 3 hours
Servings: 8
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1078.6
- Fat: 67.4g
- Saturated Fat: 30.7g
- Cholesterol: 50.4mg
- Sodium: 1439.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 109.3g
- Fiber: 3.7g
- Sugar: 61.8g
- Protein: 13.1g
Ingredients:
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup margarine
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 (9 oz) container Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 (3.9 oz) package instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups milk
- 1 (12 oz) container Cool Whip, thawed
Instructions:
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First Layer:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the self-rising flour, chopped pecans, and margarine until well combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned. Allow it to cool completely.
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Second Layer:
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the confectioners’ sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in the 9 oz of thawed Cool Whip until well combined.
- Spread this creamy mixture evenly over the cooled first layer in the baking pan.
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Third Layer:
- In a separate bowl, prepare the instant chocolate pudding mix according to the package instructions, using 3 cups of milk.
- Once the pudding has set, spread it carefully over the second layer in the baking pan.
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Fourth Layer:
- Finally, spread the remaining 12 oz of thawed Cool Whip evenly over the chocolate pudding layer.
- Cover the baking pan with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate the dessert for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld together.
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Serve:
- Once chilled, slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy the creamy, chocolaty goodness of this irresistible dessert!
This Chocolate Layer Dessert is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection, with its layers of decadent flavors and creamy textures. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply indulging your sweet tooth, this dessert is guaranteed to satisfy! 🍫😋
