5 Layer Dessert Recipe

This irresistible 5-layer dessert is a crowd-pleaser! Creamy layers of cheesecake, butterscotch pudding, and chocolate pudding, topped with fluffy cool whip, create a symphony of flavors and textures. A guaranteed hit at your next gathering! (Don't worry, it won't cause any digestive issues!)

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 714.9 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 5 Layer Dessert

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How to Make 5 Layer Dessert

  1. Prepare two 9-inch pie crusts and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat together 8 ounces of cream cheese and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. Divide the cream cheese mixture evenly between the two pie crusts.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups milk and 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant butterscotch pudding mix until smooth.
  5. Pour the butterscotch pudding mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer in both pie crusts (approximately 3/4 cup per pie).
  6. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or until the butterscotch pudding is set.
  7. In another bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups milk and 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix until smooth.
  8. Pour the chocolate pudding mixture evenly over the set butterscotch pudding layer in both pies.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate pudding is set.
  10. Top each pie with 8 ounces of whipped topping (Cool Whip or equivalent).
  11. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

182g

Fat

119g

Carbs

24g