One of the Best Desserts (Print Version)

Creamy layers, chocolate pudding, graham-pecan crust and whipped topping make this dessert delightfully rich.

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
02 - 1 cup chopped pecans
03 - 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
04 - 0.5 cup melted margarine

→ Cream Cheese Layer

05 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
06 - 1 cup confectioners' sugar
07 - 3 cups whipped topping, divided

→ Pudding Layers

08 - 1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
09 - 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
10 - 3 cups cold whole milk, divided

→ Final Topping

11 - 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, melted (for drizzling)

# Steps:

01 - Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish evenly with nonstick cooking spray.
02 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread chopped pecans on a baking sheet and toast for 5 to 7 minutes until fragrant. Allow to cool.
03 - Combine graham cracker crumbs, toasted pecans, and melted margarine in a bowl. Mix thoroughly, then press the mixture firmly into the prepared dish to form a compact base. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set.
04 - Beat the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl until smooth. Add confectioners' sugar and continue mixing until fully incorporated. Fold in 1½ cups of whipped topping until light and fluffy.
05 - Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
06 - Whisk the instant chocolate pudding mix with 1½ cups of cold milk for 2 minutes, until thickened. Pour the mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer. Let stand for 5 minutes to set.
07 - Whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with the remaining 1½ cups of cold milk for 2 minutes, until thickened. Carefully pour over the chocolate pudding layer and spread evenly. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
08 - Spread the remaining whipped topping evenly over the vanilla pudding layer, creating a smooth finish.
09 - Drizzle the melted semi-sweet chocolate decoratively over the whipped topping.
10 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set.

# Notes:

01 - For enhanced flavor and firmer slices, refrigerate overnight prior to serving.

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