Ingredients for 4 Layer Pie
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted margarine
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 16 ounces Cool Whip
- Vanilla
- Chocolate Instant Pudding
- Instant Vanilla Pudding
- Milk as directed on pudding package instructions
How to Make 4 Layer Pie
- **Make the Crust:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup powdered sugar, and ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted margarine. Cut together using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 35 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
- Let the crust cool completely in the pan for at least 15 minutes.
- **Layer 2: Cream Cheese Filling:** In a large bowl, beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, ½ cup powdered sugar, and 8 ounces of Cool Whip until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- **Layer 3: Pudding Layer:** Prepare your chosen pudding flavor(s) according to package directions. (Example: For instant pudding, typically you'll combine the pudding mix with milk.)
- Spread the prepared pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- **Layer 4 & Chill:** Cover the pie with the remaining 8 ounces of Cool Whip.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the pie to set completely.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
23 g
Sugar
141g
Fat
78g
Carbs
19g
