Chocolate Lush Dessert
Chocolate Lush is a chilled, layered dessert built on a crunchy base, followed by a cream cheese layer, chocolate pudding, and whipped topping. Each layer sets in the refrigerator, so the dessert is best made a few hours ahead or the night before. It serves a crowd and requires no baking beyond the crust.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Refrigerator
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted for best texture
- ½ cup butter unsalted, melted
- ½ cup pecans chopped finely
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
- 1 cup whipped topping preferably homemade
For the Chocolate Pudding Layer:
- 2 packages instant chocolate pudding mix 3.9 ounces each
- 3 cups cold milk whole milk preferred
For the Topping:
- 1 cup whipped topping additional
- 1 tablespoon dark chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, melted butter, and chopped pecans to form the crust dough. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove, and allow it to cool completely.
- For the cream cheese layer, blend the cream cheese and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping. Spread this mixture evenly over the cooled crust using a spatula.
- Prepare the chocolate pudding by whisking the instant pudding mix with cold milk until thickened. Immediately pour and spread the pudding over the cream cheese layer.
- Finally, spread the remaining whipped topping over the chocolate pudding, ensuring an even cover.
- For an elegant finish, sprinkle dark chocolate shavings on top for garnish. Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Tammy’s Tips:
- For a nut-free version, substitute pecans with crushed graham crackers.
- To elevate flavors, consider adding a dash of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture.
- If using a store-bought whipped topping, allow it to thaw completely before mixing.
Nutrition
Calories: 562kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 8gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 483mgPotassium: 309mgFiber: 2gSugar: 42gVitamin A: 902IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 168mgIron: 1mg
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