Ingredients for Coconut Surprise
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- Nuts
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- Instant Coconut Pudding Mix
- 1 cup milk
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How to Make Coconut Surprise
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and flour until a crumbly mixture forms.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan, forming a ¼-inch thick crust.
- Sprinkle the chopped nuts evenly over the crust.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, thawed Cool Whip, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded coconut over the cream cheese layer.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and milk until smooth. Let it sit for a few minutes to thicken.
- Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the coconut layer.
- Spread the remaining Cool Whip over the pudding layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded coconut over the top.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 days before serving to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
16 g
Sugar
118g
Fat
140g
Carbs
16g
