Ingredients for Three Layer Dessert
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pecan halves
- Powdered Sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- Instant Vanilla Pudding
- Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix
- Cool Whip, as desired
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How to Make Three Layer Dessert
- Preheat oven to 315°F (157°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour and 1 cup pecan halves; mix until just combined.
- Press mixture evenly into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
- Let cool completely.
- Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, beat 8 ounces cream cheese and 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pecan layer.
- Prepare pudding mix according to package directions. Spread evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the pudding to set.
- Top with desired amount of Cool Whip and shaved chocolate.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for best results.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
16 g
Sugar
117g
Fat
67g
Carbs
13g
