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No-Bake Chocolate Dessert
Anousha Zain

No-Bake Chocolate Dessert

This rich and creamy no-bake chocolate dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without turning on the oven. It features layers of chocolate goodness with a smooth, velvety texture that's ideal for parties, holidays, or weeknight treats. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it's a make-ahead dessert everyone will love.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 9
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • ½ cup melted unsalted butter
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups whipped topping
  • 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix 3.9 oz
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 cup whipped topping for topping
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish
  • Mini chocolate chips for garnish

Method
 

  1. Mix the chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter until evenly combined.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  3. Refrigerate the crust for 15 minutes.
  4. Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  5. Mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  6. Fold in 1½ cups whipped topping until fluffy.
  7. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
  8. Whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until thickened.
  9. Spread the pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer.
  10. Top with the remaining whipped topping.
  11. Sprinkle with chocolate shavings and mini chocolate chips.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Chill overnight for the best texture.
  • Use homemade whipped cream if preferred.
  • Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
  • Add chopped nuts for extra crunch.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze individual portions for an easy frozen dessert.

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