DTI Chocolate Delight

A creamy layered dessert with a pecan crust, sweetened cream cheese, chocolate pudding, and whipped topping. Make-ahead friendly and designed to serve a crowd.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Chill Time 4

Total Time 4 35

Servings: 12 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

chocolate curls or chopped nuts optional garnish
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
1 cup finely chopped pecans
8 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup powdered sugar
16 oz whipped topping divided
2 packages instant chocolate pudding mix 3.9 oz each
3 cups cold milk

Method

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine flour, butter, and pecans. Press into a 9×13-inch dish and bake for 15 minutes.
Let the baked crust cool completely before adding the cream cheese layer.
Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping, then spread over the cooled crust.
Whisk the pudding mix with cold milk until thick. Spread over the cream cheese layer.
Top with the remaining whipped topping. If desired, garnish with chocolate curls or chopped nuts.
Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing.
Serve cold.