Gretchen's 4 Layer Chocolate Dessert
Indulge in pure decadence with Gretchen's 4 Layer Chocolate Dessert, a rich and creamy treat perfect for any chocolate lover. This layered masterpiece starts with a buttery pecan crust, baked to golden perfection, providing the perfect balance of crunch and flavor. A luscious cream cheese and powdered sugar layer follows, adding a smooth and tangy contrast to the dessert. The third layer is a velvety chocolate pudding, made with instant mix and cold milk for effortless indulgence, while a fluffy whipped topping crowns this dessert with airy sweetness. Garnished with optional chocolate shavings, every bite of this no-bake dessert is a symphony of textures and flavors that will delight your taste buds. Simple to prepare and great for potlucks or parties, this 4-layer dessert can easily serve 12 and will surely become the star of your dessert table. Refrigerate for a few hours to let the layers set, then grab a fork and savor the ultimate chocolate experience!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 16 oz whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
- 2 3.9 oz boxes instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 2 tbsp grated chocolate or chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, and chopped pecans. Mix until crumbly.
Step 3
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
Step 4
Bake the crust for 15 minutes, then remove it from the oven and let it cool completely.
Step 5
In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Fold in 8 oz (half) of the whipped topping.
Step 6
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
Step 7
In another bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until thick and smooth, about 2 minutes.
Step 8
Spread the chocolate pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Step 9
Top the pudding layer with the remaining 8 oz of whipped topping, spreading it out into an even layer.
Step 10
If desired, sprinkle grated chocolate or chocolate shavings over the top for garnish.
Step 11
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to allow the layers to set.
Step 12
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2001.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4729.7 |
| Total Fat 266.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 166.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 413.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4033.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 589.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 425.2g | |
| Protein 60.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 372.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1260.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2164.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories