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Delicious Chocolate Cream Pudding dessert served in a bowl.

Chocolate Cream Pudding Dessert

A delightful and easy-to-make dessert combining rich chocolate flavors with a creamy texture, perfect for celebrations or family gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 36 whole chocolate sandwich cookies Crushed for the crust.
  • 1/4 cup melted butter To combine with cookie crumbs.
For the filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese Let sit at room temperature for easy blending.
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar To sweeten the cream cheese.
  • 16 oz whipped topping Divided into two portions.
  • 2 boxes instant chocolate pudding mix For the pudding layer.
  • 3 cups cold milk Needed to make pudding.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Crush the chocolate sandwich cookies using a food processor or by placing them in a plastic bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
  2. Stir most of the crushed cookies into the melted butter until well combined.
  3. Press the cookie mixture firmly into the bottom of a glass dish to form a crust.
  4. Blend the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth, then fold in half of the whipped topping gently.
  5. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cookie crust.
  6. Whisk the instant chocolate pudding mix with the cold milk until it thickens, then pour over the cream cheese layer.
  7. Cover the dessert with the remaining whipped topping.
  8. Sprinkle the last cookie crumbs on top for decoration.
  9. Place the dessert in the fridge to set completely, preferably for at least 4 hours.

Notes

For best results, let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before mixing to avoid lumps. Use a clean, dry spatula when spreading layers for a neat presentation. For an extra touch, drizzle chocolate sauce over individual servings prior to serving. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days in an airtight container.