Cheesecake-Chocolate Pudding Bars
These Cheesecake-Chocolate Pudding Bars are layered with a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake, rich chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped topping. Cool, creamy, and perfect for make-ahead desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 16 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip), divided
- 2 (3.9 oz) boxes instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 2 tablespoons chocolate curls or shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into a 9×13-inch dish to form crust. Chill to set.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the chilled crust evenly.
- In another bowl, whisk chocolate pudding mix with cold milk until thickened. Spread over the cheesecake layer.
- Top with remaining whipped topping and smooth the surface.
- Garnish with chocolate curls or shavings if desired.
- Chill for at least 3 hours or overnight before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Let cream cheese fully soften for a lump-free filling.
- Use cold milk to ensure pudding sets properly.
- Wipe knife between cuts for clean layers.
- Chill overnight for best texture and flavor.
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