Best 7 Moms Four Layer Delight Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Mom's Four Layer Delight, a captivating dessert that tantalizes taste buds with its symphony of flavors and textures. This classic recipe, passed down through generations, combines four distinct layers of homemade goodness into one irresistible treat. Dive into the creamy depths of the no-bake cheesecake layer, a luscious haven of cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla, nestled atop a graham cracker crust. Ascend to the lofty heights of the chocolate pudding layer, a rich and decadent realm of cocoa powder, milk, and sugar, crowned with a pillowy topping of whipped cream. Embark on an expedition through the vanilla pudding layer, a smooth and ethereal expanse of milk, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Finally, reach the zenith of culinary bliss with the cherry topping, a vibrant burst of sweetness and tartness that harmonizes perfectly with the underlying layers. Prepare to be captivated by Mom's Four Layer Delight, a dessert that evokes fond memories and creates new ones with every bite.

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EASY FOUR-LAYER CHOCOLATE DESSERT



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Out of all the easy chocolate desserts I make, these nutty, chocolaty layered treats have become my family's favorite. I make sure to whip up my mom her very own batch, since she loves this chocolate delight so much! -Kristen Stecklein, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold butter
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted, divided
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cartons (8 ounces each) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
2-1/2 cups 2% milk
2 packages (3.9 ounces each) instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks
Chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place flour in a small bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in 1/2 cup walnuts. Press onto bottom of an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake until light golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; fold in 1 carton whipped topping. Spread over crust. In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Gently spread over cream cheese layer. Top with remaining whipped topping. Sprinkle with chocolate chunks and remaining walnuts. Refrigerate until cold., Cut into bars. Just before serving, drizzle with chocolate syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 26g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 195mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

4 LAYER DELIGHT



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This 4 layer delight recipe is packed a lot of flavors, It's easy to follow, and you will be rewarded with a delicious and engaging dessert.

Provided by Laura

Categories     Desserts     Snacks

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 C. All-purpose flour
1 C. Finely chopped pecans
¼ C. Granulated sugar
½ C. Butter melted
8 oz. Cream cheese softened
5 oz. Cool Whip defrosted
1 C. Powdered sugar
6 oz. Package of instant chocolate pudding mix
3 C. Milk
7 oz. Cool whip defrosted
Chopped pecans for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the ingredients or layer one until completely combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a well greased 9x13 baking dish, and bake for 15 minutes.
  • Allow the crust mixture to cool.
  • Mix together the ingredients for layer 2 until smooth and creamy.
  • Spread the mixture over the cooled crust.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the ingredients for layer 3. Spread the pudding mixture over the top of layer two in the baking dish.
  • Spread the cool whip from layer four over the top of the mixture in the baking dish, and garnish with chopped pecans.
  • Chill for several hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Sodium 157 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 16 g, UnsaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FOUR LAYER DELIGHT



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Make and share this Four Layer Delight recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Connie Maple

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup flour
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup pecans
1 cup powdered sugar
8 ounces cream cheese
5 ounces Cool Whip
1 (6 ounce) box Jell-O chocolate pudding and pie filling
3 cups milk
7 ounces Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Mix first thee ingredients.
  • Add fine chopped pecans.
  • press into 9x13 pan.
  • Bake shell at 350 for 15 min.
  • Soften cheese, then blend in sugar and Cool whip.
  • Spread over cooled crust.
  • Make pudding as directed.
  • I like cooked pudding best but you can use instant.
  • You can also use 2 small packages.
  • And any other flavor you like.
  • Spread on top.
  • You can sprinkle chopped pecans or chocolate ants on top.
  • Refrigerate.

PERFECT FOUR-LAYER DELIGHT



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My aunt has made this for holidays for as long as I can remember. My cousins and I will butt heads for the last piece. Good thing she usually makes two!

Provided by Hippie2MARS

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups flour
3/4 cup butter
3/4 cup chopped pecans
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups Cool Whip, divided
3 (4 ounce) packages instant chocolate pudding mix
5 cups cold milk

Steps:

  • Cut the butter into the flour to form crumbs, then add the pecans
  • Press mixture into a greased 9x13 pan.
  • Bake at 375 degress for 15 minutes and set aside to cool.
  • On medium speed, beat the cream cheese, vanilla and powdered sugar until creamy.
  • Change speed on mixer to low, and mix in 2 cups of the Cool Whip.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture over cooled crust.
  • Mix the pudding mix with the milk for 2 minutes.
  • Pour over cream cheese layer.
  • Spread remaining cup of Cool Whip over the top, being sure to spread to the edges to seal.
  • Garnish with additional chopped pecans and/or chocolate shavings, if desired.
  • Refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight before serving.

4 LAYER DELIGHT



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Quick, easy, delicious...what more could you ask for?!

Provided by Penny R

Categories     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 15

first layer:
1 1/2 c flour
1 1/2 stick butter, melted
1 1/2 c chopped nuts
3 Tbsp sugar
second layer:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 c powdered sugar
8 oz cool whip
third layer:
2 box instant chocolate pudding, small
3 c milk
fourth layer:
8 oz cool whip
chopped nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Mix and spread first layer in a 13x9 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • 2. Mix and spread second layer over baked first layer.
  • 3. Mix third layer well and spread over second layer.
  • 4. Top with Cool Whip, and chopped nuts (optional). Refrigerate several hours before serving.

MOM'S FOUR LAYER DELIGHT



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Categories     Nut

Number Of Ingredients 16

First layer
1 stick butter (1/2 cup)
1 cup flour
1/2 cup nuts chopped
combine and spread in bottom of pan. 9x12 baking dish. bake at 350* 15 to 20 minutes.
Second Layer
1 8z pkg of cream cheese at room temp
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup cool whip
combine and spread over cooled crust.
Third Layer
2 pakg of instant choc pudding (0r cooked)
or 2 pkg of lemon puddiing
let cool and spread over second layer
Fourth Layer
spread Cool whip over top and sprinkle with nuts.

Steps:

  • First layer 1 stick butter (1/2 cup) 1 cup flour 1/2 cup nuts chopped combine and spread in bottom of pan. 9x12 baking dish. bake at 350* 15 to 20 minutes. Second Layer 1 8z pkg of cream cheese at room temp 1 cup powdered sugar 1 cup cool whip combine and spread over cooled crust. Third Layer 2 pakg of instant choc pudding (0r cooked) or 2 pkg of lemon puddiing let cool and spread over second layer Fourth Layer spread Cool whip over top and sprinkle with nuts.

FOUR LAYER CHOCOLATE DELIGHT



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

#1 Layer:
1 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 sticks margarine, melted
1/2 cup chopped pecans
#2 Layer
1 pkg (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups Cool Whip
1 cup powdered sugar
#3 Layer
1 small pkg. chocolate instant pudding
1 small pkg. vanilla instant pudding
4 cups milk
#4 Layer
Small tub Cool Whip
Chocolate bar
Pecan pieces

Steps:

  • Mix flour, margarine and pecans and press in 9x13 pan. Bake at 325 degrees F for 30 minutes. Cool.
  • Whip cream cheese, Cool Whip and powdered sugar and spread on cooled #1 layer.
  • With wire whisk, mix pudding mixes and milk (2 minutes). Spread on top of #2 layer.
  • Spread Cool Whip on top. Grate chocolate bar over top of Cool Whip. Sprinkle pecan pieces on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: As with all baking, it's important to measure and prepare all of your ingredients before you start mixing. This will help to ensure that you don't miss anything and that your cake turns out perfectly.
  • Follow the Recipe Carefully: This recipe is fairly straightforward, but it's important to follow the instructions carefully to ensure that your cake turns out properly. Don't skip any steps or substitute ingredients unless you know what you're doing.
  • Use Room Temperature Ingredients: This will help to ensure that your cake batter mixes together smoothly and evenly. If you're using cold ingredients, your cake may be more likely to curdle or separate.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter can lead to a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined and no more.
  • Bake the Cake in a Water Bath: This will help to prevent the cake from drying out and will also help to create a more even crumb. If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large roasting pan filled with water.
  • Let the Cake Cool Completely: Before you frost the cake, it's important to let it cool completely. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting and running off the cake.

Conclusion:

This Mom's Four Layer Delight is a classic dessert that is sure to impress your family and friends. It's a moist, flavorful cake with a creamy, rich frosting. If you're looking for a special dessert to make for a special occasion, this is the perfect recipe for you.

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