Black Forest Dessert Recipe

Name: Black Forest Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup flour; ½ cup pecans, chopped; ½ cup margarine or ½ cup butter; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; 1 (12 ounce) container Cool Whip; 1 cup peanut butter; 1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant chocolate pudding mix; 1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant vanilla pudding; 2 ½ cups milk; Cool Whip, as much as desired; pecans, chopped (optional); cherries (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup flour
½ cup pecans, chopped
½ cup margarine or ½ cup butter
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 (12 ounce) container Cool Whip
1 cup peanut butter
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant chocolate pudding mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant vanilla pudding
2 ½ cups milk
Cool Whip, as much as desired
pecans, chopped (optional)
cherries (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350F and spray a 9x13-inch pan lightly with Pam.
2
Mix flour, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, and the margarine by hand until well blended.
3
Press the dough into the pan, and bake for 20 mins., or until a light golden brown.
4
Let cool before adding any other layers.
5
Mix the cream cheese, confectionery sugar, and 1 cup of Cool Whip together, until well blended and smooth.
6
Spread on top of the cooled crust.
7
Spread the peanut butter on top of the first layer.
8
Mix the puddings and milk (following directions on the box) until thick.
9
Spread on top of the second layer.
10
Spread the rest of what remains from the medium container of Cool Whip on top of the 3rd layer.
11
Sprinkle more chopped nuts and cherries onto the top of the dessert.
12
Chill.
13
If you want you can eat it right away, but after you cut your slices, place the remaining dessert in the refrigerator, so that the Cool Whip doesn't melt.

1341

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup flour, ½ cup pecans, chopped, ½ cup margarine or ½ cup butter, 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, and more.

Yes, Black Forest Dessert 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!

Black Forest Dessert

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Variations & substitutions

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