Chocolate Pudding Cool Whip Dessert Recipe

Indulge in this unbelievably creamy and dreamy No-Bake Chocolate Pudding Cool Whip Dessert! This light and refreshing dessert is incredibly easy to make, requiring no oven time. Layers of chocolate pudding, cool whip, and a buttery crust create a flavor explosion that will have everyone asking for more. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or a simple weeknight treat!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 173.4 kcal

Protein 4g

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Ingredients for Chocolate Pudding Cool Whip Dessert

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup granulated sugar (for crust) + ¼ cup granulated sugar (for cream cheese layer)
Margarine
8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
¼ cup milk (for cream cheese layer) + 3 ½ cups milk (for pudding)
3 cups Cool Whip
Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix

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How to Make Chocolate Pudding Cool Whip Dessert

**Make the Crust:** In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup granulated sugar, and 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) melted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
**Press into Pan:** Firmly press the crust mixture into the bottom of a 13x9 inch baking pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to ensure an even layer.
**Chill the Crust:** Refrigerate the crust for at least 15 minutes to allow it to firm up.
**Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer:** In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), ¼ cup granulated sugar, and ¼ cup milk until smooth and creamy.
**Fold in Cool Whip:** Gently fold in 1 ½ cups Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture until just combined.
**Spread Cream Cheese Layer:** Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
**Prepare the Pudding Layer:** In a separate bowl, beat 2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant chocolate pudding mix with 3 ½ cups milk for 2 minutes, or until smooth and thick.
**Spread Pudding Layer:** Carefully spread the chocolate pudding layer evenly over the cream cheese layer.
**Chill:** Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the dessert to set completely.
**Top with Cool Whip (optional):** Before serving, spread the remaining 1 ½ cups Cool Whip over the top, or add a dollop of Cool Whip to each serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

52g

Fat

26g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Pudding Cool Whip Dessert?

Chocolate Pudding Cool Whip Dessert takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Pudding Cool Whip Dessert?

Chocolate Pudding Cool Whip Dessert has approximately 173.4 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Pudding Cool Whip Dessert?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Pudding Cool Whip Dessert are Graham Cracker Crumbs, Sugar, Margarine, Cream Cheese, Milk, Cool Whip. See the full list with measurements above.