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Chocolate Delight

Chocolate Delight: Indulge in a Rich, Layered Sensation

Chocolate Delight is a no-bake layered dessert made with a buttery crust, creamy cheese layer, and rich chocolate pudding, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup crushed pecans
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
For the Cream Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese can use low-fat for a lighter option
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups Cool Whip reserve half for topping
For the Pudding Layer
  • 1 pkg instant chocolate pudding mix can swap with butterscotch or vanilla
  • 2 cups milk whole or almond milk
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cool Whip for topping
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans can substitute with chocolate shavings

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • baking dish

Method
 

Prep the Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine crushed pecans and melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture into a 13x9-inch baking dish. Bake for about 25 minutes, or until lightly golden. Allow to cool completely.
Cream Cheese Layer
  1. Beat the cream cheese in a bowl until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well. Fold in half of the Cool Whip and spread evenly over the cooled crust.
Prepare the Pudding Layer
  1. In another bowl, combine chocolate pudding mix with milk. Whisk for 2 minutes until thickened. Spread pudding layer over cream cheese layer.
Final Touch
  1. Top the pudding layer with remaining Cool Whip and sprinkle with chopped pecans. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill for at least 4 hours for best texture and flavor. Experiment with different pudding flavors for variety.

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