Piggy Pie Dessert

Dear Reader: These are extraordinary times we’re living in, and while we always have a view toward health and wellness, sometimes the concept of self-care and wellness becomes a little different. As our needs shift, self-care might look like an over-the-top blanket fort in the living room… or decadent treats that aren’t normally a part of your diet. We believe that sometimes it’s OK to forego the usual self-care routine. That’s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “yummy but maybe not for every day” recipes for you to try. Enjoy!

With two different flavors of pudding, crunchy nuts, and decadent cream cheese, the aptly-named Piggy Pie is about to become your family’s new favorite dessert! It’s probably a wise idea to make two batches at a time, so you can really pig out. Ready to have your taste buds rocked? Let’s do this.

INGREDIENTS :

1/2 cup (113g) butter, melted

1 1/2 cups (192g) all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
1 container (16-ounce) whipped topping

1 package (8-ounce) cream cheese
1 cup (128g) confectioners’ sugar
1 box (3.9-ounce) instant chocolate pudding mix

1 box (3.9-ounce) instant vanilla pudding mix
4 cups milk, divided (I used whole milk)
1 cup heath chips, optional

INSTRUCTIONS :

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the flour, butter, and chopped pecans using a fork. Combine these ingredients well, then press into the bottom of a 9×13 baking pan, prepared with non-stick spray or parchment paper.
Bake for 15-20 minutes at 375°F for 15-20 minutes. Be careful that the edges don’t burn. Allow to cool completely.

In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of milk and the chocolate pudding mix. Allow the pudding to set for about 5 minutes.
In another medium bowl, combine 2 cups of milk and the vanilla pudding mix. Allow this to set as well for 5 minutes or so.
Beat the softened cream cheese together with confectioners sugar until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping, and spread this over cooled crust.

Next, spread the chocolate pudding over the cream cheese mixture.
Spread the vanilla pudding on top of the chocolate pudding.
Spread the remaining half container of whipped topping over the vanilla pudding.