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Chocolate Delight Recipe

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This easy Chocolate Delight recipe features layers of nutty crust, cream cheese, chocolate pudding, and whipped topping.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12-16 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 16 ounces Cool Whip (1 large tub)
  • Two small boxes (3.9 oz each) of chocolate instant pudding
  • 3 cups milk

Instructions

  1. Make the nut crust
    Start by mixing your flour, melted butter, and chopped pecans in a bowl. Once combined, press the mixture evenly into your baking dish. (Tip: Use the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to pack it down smoothly.) Bake it at 350°F for 15 minutes, then let it cool completely. Trust me, waiting for it to cool is key—otherwise, your cream cheese layer will melt!
  2. Cream the cream cheese
    In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until fluffy. Add half of the Cool Whip and mix until everything is smooth. Gently spread this over the cooled crust. It helps to dollop it around the dish before spreading, so you don’t disturb the crust.
  3. Whip up the pudding
    In a separate bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and milk until smooth and thickened. Pour the pudding over the cream cheese layer, using a spatula to even it out. (Confession: I once rushed this step and ended up with lumpy pudding—it still tasted good, but the texture wasn’t quite right!)
  4. Top it off
    Spread the remaining Cool Whip over the pudding layer. For the smoothest finish, use light, sweeping motions with a spatula. Chill the dessert in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours to set completely.

Notes

Chocolate Delight is best stored in the fridge, covered tightly with plastic wrap or foil. It’ll stay fresh for up to 4 days—if it lasts that long! For individual servings, you can use airtight containers to make it easy to grab and go. Freezing isn’t ideal for this dessert, as the texture of the pudding and cream cheese layers can change. If you’re planning ahead, you can make the crust and cream cheese layers a day early, then add the pudding and Cool Whip the day you plan to serve.

  • Author: Soraya
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert