Striped Delight Dessert

Tammy Smith

Built in alternating stripes of chocolate and cream cheese layers, this no-bake icebox-style dessert sets up in the fridge without any baking required. Crushed biscuits or wafers add structure between the creamy layers. Allow at least 4 hours of chilling time for the layers to firm up before slicing.

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Prep Time 30

Total Time 30

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings slices

Calories 758 kcal

Equipment

9x13 inch baking dish
Mixing Bowls
Electric mixer or whisk
Spatula
Refrigerator

Ingredients

For the Crust:

1 package graham crackers finely crushed
½ cup unsalted butter melted

For the Cream Cheese Layer:

1 cup cream cheese softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Pudding Layer:

2 packages instant chocolate pudding 3.9 ounces each
3 cups cold milk

For the Topping:

1 container whipped topping 8 ounces
1 bar chocolate for garnishing, optional

Instructions

In a bowl, combine finely crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Mix well until the crumbs resemble wet sand.
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish to form a firm crust. Set aside.
Using an electric mixer or a whisk, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust.
Prepare the chocolate pudding according to package instructions using cold milk, whisking until the pudding begins to set. Pour over the cream cheese layer and spread evenly.
Carefully spread the whipped topping over the pudding layer, creating smooth, even coverage.
Optionally, shave chocolate bar using a peeler or grater and sprinkle curls over the top for garnish.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set properly.

Notes

Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened for easy mixing and a smoother layer.
For a twist, consider using dark chocolate or caramel pudding instead.
To make the crust gluten-free, opt for gluten-free graham crackers.

Nutrition

Calories: 758kcalCarbohydrates: 94gProtein: 11gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 826mgPotassium: 425mgFiber: 4gSugar: 59gVitamin A: 911IUCalcium: 215mgIron: 3mg

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