Three Layer Delight

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Three Layer Delight is a rich, creamy dessert featuring a crunchy pecan crust, layered with smooth cream cheese and whipped topping, and topped with chocolate pudding. Perfect for gatherings or special occasions, it offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors that appeal to chocolate and dessert lovers alike.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup margarine
  • 1/2 cup pecans
  • 1 (8 oz.) cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup Cool Whip
  • 2 packages instant chocolate pudding

Instructions

  1. Melt margarine and mix in flour and pecans.
  2. Spread the mixture evenly on the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch glass dish.
  3. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes and then cool completely.
  4. Prepare the pudding as per package instructions.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  6. Add powdered sugar to the cream cheese and mix well.
  7. Fold in the Cool Whip until well combined.
  8. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
  9. Pour the prepared chocolate pudding over the cream layer.
  10. Chill the dessert for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

854 kcal 43% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.5g 19% DV
Total Fat 56.1g 72% DV
Carbs 81.8g 30% DV
Fiber 4.9g 18% DV
Sugar 49.9g 100% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 359.3mg 16% DV
Potassium 365.5mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 26mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 123.8mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 4.1mg 5% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 156.5mg 12% DV
Iron 5.6mg 31% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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