Possum Pie
A Southern classic, Possum Pie is a layered dessert featuring a crunchy pecan crust, sweet cream cheese filling, chocolate and vanilla pudding layers, and a fluffy whipped topping with chocolate shavings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 3/4 cups cold milk
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix flour, pecans, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes, then cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in half the whipped topping. Spread over cooled crust.
- In another bowl, whisk chocolate pudding, vanilla pudding, and milk until thickened (about 2 minutes). Spread over cream cheese layer.
- Top with remaining whipped topping and garnish with chocolate shavings.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a nut-free crust, replace pecans with graham cracker crumbs.
- Chill overnight for cleaner slices and firmer layers.
- Try swapping in butterscotch or pistachio pudding for a fun flavor twist.
- Use fresh whipped cream instead of topping for a richer taste.