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🎄 Creamy 3-Layer Dessert: The Perfect Recipe to Serve at the Holidays
Looking for a holiday dessert that’s easy to make, looks stunning, and tastes absolutely irresistible? This Creamy 3-Layer Dessert is the answer. With its light, luscious texture and beautiful layers, it’s the kind of treat that makes everyone think you spent hours in the kitchen (spoiler: you didn’t).
Whether you’re hosting a festive dinner, attending a potluck, or just want to impress your guests without breaking a sweat, this no-fuss dessert is guaranteed to steal the show.
✨ Why You’ll Love It
- Simple ingredients
- No baking required
- Make-ahead friendly
- Crowd-pleasing flavors
- Beautifully layered presentation
📝 Ingredients
Bottom Layer – Crunchy Crust:
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers (or digestive biscuits)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup melted butter
Middle Layer – Creamy Cheesecake:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Top Layer – Silky Pudding:
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla or chocolate pudding
- 1 ¾ cups cold milk
- Optional: Additional whipped topping and chocolate shavings or holiday sprinkles for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust
- Mix the crushed graham crackers with sugar and melted butter until fully combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×9-inch (or similar size) dish.
- Place in the fridge while preparing the next layer.
2. Make the Cream Cheese Layer
- Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
- Fold in the whipped topping gently.
- Spread this mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
3. Add the Pudding Layer
- Whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk until it thickens (about 2 minutes).
- Carefully spread over the cream cheese layer.
4. Chill and Garnish
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let the layers set.
