With creamy layers in a big 13x9-in. pan, this simple dessert is tailor-made for a buffet table. I like to add a sprinkling of toasted slivered almonds on top for the finishing touch. —Linda Knoll, Jackson, Michigan
Four-Layer Chocolate Dessert Recipe photo by Taste of Home
Preheat oven to 350°. Place flour in a bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in pecans. Press onto the bottom of an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust.
In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mixes 2 minutes. Let stand 2 minutes or until soft-set. Gently spread over cream cheese layer. Top with whipped cream; sprinkle with almonds. Refrigerate until cold.
Thank You! Your rating has been submitted. Please allow 24 hours for your
review to appear.
Add a rating or review to submit
Average Rating:
susan
Jul 12, 2019
I can only make this when I have a crowd coming or I will eat the ENTIRE THING. Chocolate Cherry Bars have been my #1 dessert for potlucks for 35 years. This recipe has taken its place. I use one box of vanilla and one box of chocolate pudding because that's how the first recipe I saw had it. I also substitute fat free/sugar free/lite for every ingredient possible (pudding, creamed cheese, milk, cool whip) and it's still delicious!
bonito15
Aug 19, 2017
I prepared this for a neighborhood group and had to make copies of the recipe for everyone - made it exactly as directed - easy to prepare and simply delicious - a huge hit
Queenlalisa
Aug 18, 2017
This is one of my husband's favorite desserts! It's easy and so yummy! I love the buttery crust!
ms11145
Jul 19, 2017
This is one of our go to desserts. My favorite pudding combinations is to use one cheesecake pudding mix with 1 chocolate. Great combo.
angela32
Jul 18, 2017
We call this striped delight. My family loves this. My sister in law makes it for almost every big family gathering.
tkuehl
Jul 17, 2017
This is one of our favorite recipes. I especially like lemon flavored pudding mix, and my hubby likes butterscotch. It is easy, refreshing and is a crowd pleaser.
tkuehl
Jul 17, 2017
I too love this recipe! Both my family and church ladies make this a lot. I especially like to make it with lemon flavored pudding mix, and my hubby loves the butterscotch.
transcona
Jul 12, 2017
Love this recipe, it has been a family favorite for 50 years.
Reviews
I can only make this when I have a crowd coming or I will eat the ENTIRE THING. Chocolate Cherry Bars have been my #1 dessert for potlucks for 35 years. This recipe has taken its place. I use one box of vanilla and one box of chocolate pudding because that's how the first recipe I saw had it. I also substitute fat free/sugar free/lite for every ingredient possible (pudding, creamed cheese, milk, cool whip) and it's still delicious!
I prepared this for a neighborhood group and had to make copies of the recipe for everyone - made it exactly as directed - easy to prepare and simply delicious - a huge hit
This is one of my husband's favorite desserts! It's easy and so yummy! I love the buttery crust!
This is one of our go to desserts. My favorite pudding combinations is to use one cheesecake pudding mix with 1 chocolate. Great combo.
We call this striped delight. My family loves this. My sister in law makes it for almost every big family gathering.
This is one of our favorite recipes. I especially like lemon flavored pudding mix, and my hubby likes butterscotch. It is easy, refreshing and is a crowd pleaser.
I too love this recipe! Both my family and church ladies make this a lot. I especially like to make it with lemon flavored pudding mix, and my hubby loves the butterscotch.
Love this recipe, it has been a family favorite for 50 years.