Ingredients
- Crust:
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers or Oreo cookies
- ½ cup melted butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
- Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
- Chocolate Pudding Layer:
- 2 small boxes instant chocolate pudding mix (3.4 oz each)
- 3 cups cold milk
- Topping:
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping
- Shaved chocolate or mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Mix crushed graham crackers (or Oreo crumbs), melted butter, and sugar (if using).
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch pan to form an even crust.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to set.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer:
- Beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Fold in the whipped topping gently until fully combined.
- Spread this mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
- Create the Chocolate Pudding Layer:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk until it thickens (about 2 minutes).
- Spread the pudding over the cream cheese layer.
- Add the Topping:
- Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pudding layer.
- Garnish with shaved chocolate or mini chocolate chips if desired.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
- Slice and serve cold. Enjoy!
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