Georgia Street Squares Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Georgia Street Squares, a decadent dessert recipe straight from the pages of Vicksburg, MS's beloved "ambrosia" cookbook! Perfect for social gatherings, these creamy, dreamy squares boast layers of rich chocolate, buttery graham cracker crust, and a luscious pudding topping. Prepare to impress your guests with this easy-to-make, yet elegant Southern treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 599 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Georgia Street Squares

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How to Make Georgia Street Squares

  1. In a saucepan, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter over low heat. Stir in 1 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder. Whisk in 1 large egg until well combined.
  2. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a food processor, combine 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs with 1 cup shredded coconut OR 1 cup chopped pecans.
  4. With the food processor running, slowly pour the cooled butter mixture through the feed tube until fully incorporated.
  5. Press the mixture firmly into a greased 9x13x2-inch baking dish.
  6. In a separate bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened butter and 2 cups powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  7. Add 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix and 1 cup milk. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  8. Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the pudding to set.
  10. Melt 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons butter in a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
  11. Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the pudding layer.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the dessert to fully set.
  13. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

198g

Fat

110g

Carbs

22g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Georgia Street Squares?

Georgia Street Squares takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Georgia Street Squares?

Georgia Street Squares has approximately 599 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 56 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Georgia Street Squares?

The key ingredients for Georgia Street Squares are Butter, Sugar, Cocoa, Egg, Graham Crackers, Flaked Coconut. See the full list with measurements above.

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