Chocolate Vanilla Layer Cake Recipe

Name: Chocolate Vanilla Layer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Baking & Desserts
Ingredients: Crust; 1 cup flour; 3/4 cup pecans, finely chopped; 1/2 cup butter, melted; Layer 1; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip; 1 cup powdered sugar; Layer 2; 1 (3 1/2 ounce) package chocolate pudding; 1/2 cup milk, cold; Layer 3; 1 (3 1/2 ounce) package vanilla pudding mix; 1/2 cup milk, cold; Topping; 1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed; 4 ounces chocolate shavings

Servings: persons

Crust
1 cup flour
3/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
1/2 cup butter, melted
Layer 1
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip
1 cup powdered sugar
Layer 2
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package chocolate pudding
1/2 cup milk, cold
Layer 3
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package vanilla pudding mix
1/2 cup milk, cold
Topping
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
4 ounces chocolate shavings

1
Preheat oven to 350 deg.
2
Combine crust ingredients and press into the bottom of 9 x 13 baking dish. Place in oven and bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and cool COMPLETELY.
3
Place ingredients for layer #1 in a bowl and stir to combine well. Spread this mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
4
Place ingredients for layer #2 in a bowl and mix until it begins to thicken and is combined. Spread this evenly over the first layer.
5
Place ingredients for layer #3 in a bowl and mix until it begins to thicken and is combined. Spread this evenly over the second layer.
6
Top with cool whip and chocolate shavings.
7
Chill for at least 3 hours before serving.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crust, 1 cup flour, 3/4 cup pecans, finely chopped, 1/2 cup butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Vanilla Layer Cake 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.

Chocolate Vanilla Layer Cake

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions