Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 unit

pudding

4.5 cup

milk

8 oz

Cool Whip

8 oz

cream cheese

1 cup

chopped nuts

chopped

1 cup

flour

1 stick

margarine

1 cup

powdered sugar

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~2 min

Combine nuts, margarine, and flour in a bowl.

Step 3
~2 min

Pat the mixture into the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch pan.

Step 4
~2 min

Bake for 10 minutes.

Step 5
~2 min

Let the crust cool completely.

Step 6
~2 min

In a separate bowl, mix together pudding and milk until smooth.

Step 7
~2 min

In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.

Step 8
~2 min

Gradually add powdered sugar to the cream cheese, mixing until well combined.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 9
~2 min

Gently fold in Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture.

Step 10
~2 min

Spread the pudding mixture over the cooled crust.

Step 11
~2 min

Spread the cream cheese mixture over the pudding layer.

Step 12
~2 min

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Chill completely before serving for best results.

Garnish with additional chopped nuts.

Use different flavors of pudding for variety.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a dessert.

Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fruit Salad
Coffee

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Common dessert at potlucks and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holidays
Parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100