Melting Dessert Recipe

Name: Melting Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boxes instant vanilla pudding; 4 c. milk; 1 qt. vanilla ice cream; 1 (8 oz.) container Cool Whip; 2 c. soda cracker crumbs; 1/2 c. margarine, melted; 3 c. graham cracker crumbs; 4 Butterfinger candy bars; 3/4 c. dried apricots; 1 c. sweetened flaked coconut, toasted*; 1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour; 1 Tbsp. grated orange peel; 4 large eggs; 1/2 c. buttermilk baking mix; 2 c. milk; 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted; 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar; 1 tsp. vanilla extract; confectioners sugar; 1 thin orange slice, quartered

Servings: persons

2 boxes instant vanilla pudding
4 c. milk
1 qt. vanilla ice cream
1 (8 oz.) container Cool Whip
2 c. soda cracker crumbs
1/2 c. margarine, melted
3 c. graham cracker crumbs
4 Butterfinger candy bars
3/4 c. dried apricots
1 c. sweetened flaked coconut, toasted*
1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp. grated orange peel
4 large eggs
1/2 c. buttermilk baking mix
2 c. milk
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
2 Tbsp. granulated sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
confectioners sugar
1 thin orange slice, quartered

1
Heat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Grease a 9-inch pie plate.
3
Chop 1/2 cup dried apricots; set remainder aside for decoration.
4
In medium size bowl, combine chopped apricots, coconut, flour and grated orange peel; toss to mix well.
5
Set aside.
6
In large bowl, using wire whisk or fork, beat eggs, baking mix, milk, melted butter, granulated sugar and vanilla extract until thoroughly blended. Stir in apricot-coconut mixture.
7
Pour mixture into prepared pie plate.
8
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
9
Cool completely on wire rack.

1914

kcal

Calories

150

Fat

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.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boxes instant vanilla pudding, 4 c. milk, 1 qt. vanilla ice cream, 1 (8 oz.) container Cool Whip, and more.

Yes, Melting 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!

Melting Dessert

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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