5-Layer Delight Recipe

Name: 5-Layer Delight
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small bottle cherries; 1 large box instant chocolate pudding mix; 1 large box instant vanilla pudding mix; 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese; 1 large tub Cook Whip; 1 c. powdered sugar; 1 stick butter or margarine; 1 c. self-rising flour; 1 c. nuts, chopped plus extra for top; extra cherries

Servings: persons

1
Mix flour, butter and a cup of nuts together and press in bottom of 9 x 13 x 2-inch pan.
2
Bake for 20 minutes at 350u00b0 until light brown.
3
Let cool.
4
Mix one of the pudding mixes according to the directions on the box.
5
Layer it over the top of the crust. Mix cream cheese, 1/3 of the Cool Whip and powdered sugar together and put over the top of the previous pudding.
6
(If mixture is too thick to spread, add a little more Cool Whip.)
7
Mix the other box of pudding together and put over the top of the cream cheese mixture.
8
Put Cool Whip on top and decorate with nuts and cherries.

947

kcal

Calories

Fat

125

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small bottle cherries, 1 large box instant chocolate pudding mix, 1 large box instant vanilla pudding mix, 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, and more.

Yes, 5-Layer Delight falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

5-Layer Delight

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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