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5 Layer Delicious Dessert Recipe

This irresistible 5-layer dessert is a crowd-pleaser perfect for potlucks and gatherings! Light and surprisingly low-fat (easily adaptable using reduced-fat alternatives), this recipe features a buttery crust, creamy layers, juicy cherries, and a delightful chocolate topping. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 582.9 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 5 Layer Delicious Dessert

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How to Make 5 Layer Delicious Dessert

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. **Crust Layer:** In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix well. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake for 25 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  3. **Cool completely** before adding the next layer.
  4. **Cream Cheese Layer:** In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Spread evenly over the cooled crust.
  5. **Cherry Layer:** Drain a 21-ounce can of cherry pie filling and spread evenly over the cream cheese layer.
  6. **Pudding Layer:** In a medium bowl, whisk together two (3.4 ounce) packages of instant vanilla pudding mix and 2 cups of milk until smooth and creamy. Spread over the cherry layer.
  7. **Cool Whip Layer:** Spread 1 (8 ounce) container of whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer.
  8. **Chocolate Layer:** Grate 1 (1.55 ounce) Hershey's chocolate bar over the top.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until completely set, before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

166g

Fat

117g

Carbs

18g

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