Indulge in this delectable layered dessert!
Looking for a potluck dessert dish that will have everyone begging for the recipe? Look no further than this Chocolate Pecan Delight. With its crunchy pecan crust, creamy chocolate pudding, and fluffy cool whip topping, it’s a surefire hit for anyone with a sweet tooth. And the best part? You can make it ahead of time and keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve, saving you time and stress on the day of your big event!
Making this dessert is a breeze thanks to store-bought instant pudding mix and ready-to-use cool whip. The only thing you’ll need to bake is the crust, which is a simple mixture of flour, butter, brown sugar, and finely chopped pecans. Just press the crumbly mixture into a 9×13 pan and pop it in the oven for 15 minutes. The rest of the dessert requires nothing more than whisking and layering.
For the creamy pudding layer, combine chocolate and vanilla instant pudding mixes with milk. We recommend using whole milk for an extra rich flavor. Once the pudding mixture is smooth, add in powdered sugar, cream cheese, and cool whip. The result is a thick and decadent filling that you’ll spread over the cooled crust. Finally, top it all off with a layer of fluffy cool whip. For an extra special touch, sprinkle some pecan pieces or mini chocolate chips on top.
With its sweet and nutty pecan crust and lusciously creamy pudding, this dessert is bound to win over any crowd. It’s perfect for any occasion, from elegant dinner parties to joyful birthdays. Go ahead and give it a try – we guarantee you’ll be delighted with the results!
Chocolate Pecan Delight
- Serves: 12
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- ½ cup butter, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
- 8oz cream cheese (1 package), room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup cool whip, thawed
- 3.9 oz box instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3.4 oz box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons pecans, chopped
- 2 cups cool whip, thawed
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, butter, brown sugar, and 1 cup of finely chopped pecans. Use your hands to work the mixture into a crumbly texture. Press the mixture into the bottom of the 9×13 pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together both pudding mixes and milk until smooth. Add the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 cup of cool whip. Continue whisking until fully combined.
- Pour the pudding mixture over the cooled crust and top it off with 2 cups of cool whip. Sprinkle the remaining pecan pieces on top.
- Serve chilled and refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container.
