Ingredients for 5 Layer Dessert
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened margarine
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- Powdered Sugar
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1 (3.4 ounce) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 (20 ounce) can drained crushed pineapple
- 1 cup plus 16 ounces Cool Whip
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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How to Make 5 Layer Dessert
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- **Layer 1 (Crust):** In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened margarine, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts. Press firmly into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- **Layer 2 (Cream Cheese):** In a large bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip).
- Spread evenly over the baked crust.
- **Layer 3 (Pudding):** Prepare 1 (3.4 ounce) instant vanilla pudding mix according to package directions.
- Pour the prepared pudding over the cream cheese layer.
- **Layer 4 (Pineapple):** Spread 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple (drained) evenly over the pudding layer.
- **Layer 5 (Cool Whip):** Spread the remaining 16 ounces of whipped topping (Cool Whip) over the pineapple.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to set completely before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
10 g
Sugar
129g
Fat
65g
Carbs
13g
