5 Layer Delicious Dessert
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the delightful layers of this “light” dessert, perfect for any occasion, especially potlucks where it never fails to steal the show! By opting for lower-fat versions of cream cheese, milk, and Cool Whip, you can enjoy this treat guilt-free. Countless friends have clamored for the recipe, and now it’s yours to cherish!
Recipe Category: Pie
Keywords: Gelatin, Dessert, Cherries, Fruit, Low Protein, Potluck, Spring, Summer, Winter, Refrigerator, Beginner Cook, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 582.9
- Fat Content: 38.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 23.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 62.1mg
- Sodium Content: 517.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 55g
- Fiber Content: 2.6g
- Sugar Content: 41.6g
- Protein Content: 7.6g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1/2 | cup flour |
| 3/4 | cup butter |
| 1 | cup margarine |
| 9 | oz Cool Whip |
| 8 | oz cream cheese |
| 1 | cup powdered sugar |
| 1 | can cherries |
| 1 | box instant vanilla pudding |
| 1 | box chocolate instant pudding |
| 3 1/2 | cups milk |
| 9 | oz Cool Whip |
| 1 | Hershey bar |
Instructions:
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First Layer: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a mixing bowl, combine flour, butter, and margarine until the mixture reaches a crumbly consistency.
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Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
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Bake the crust for 25 minutes until golden brown. Allow it to cool completely before adding the next layer.
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Second Layer:
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In a separate mixing bowl, blend together Cool Whip, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth.
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Spread this mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
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Third Layer:
- Open the can of cherries and spread them out over the second layer.
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Fourth Layer:
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In another mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix, chocolate instant pudding mix, and milk. Mix until smooth and creamy.
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Spread this pudding mixture evenly over the cherries.
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Fifth Layer:
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Spread the remaining Cool Whip over the pudding layer.
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Grate the Hershey bar over the top of the Cool Whip for a decadent finishing touch.
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Chilling:
- Place the assembled dish into the refrigerator to set for at least an hour before serving.
Indulge in each luscious layer of this 5 Layer Delicious Dessert, savoring the perfect blend of flavors and textures with every bite. Whether it’s a spring picnic, a summer BBQ, or a cozy winter gathering, this dessert is sure to impress and satisfy your cravings! Enjoy the compliments as your friends and family delight in this irresistible treat! 🍒🍰
