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Sex in a Pan

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Sex in a Pan is a layered pudding dessert that looks stunning and tastes incredible, but is super easy to make! It's made with a pecan cookie crust that’s topped with layers of cheesecake filling, pudding, and Cool Whip. This chocolate layered dessert is one of those desserts everyone loves! It's perfect for parties, holiday get-togethers and Valentine's Day.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Diet Vegetarian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Refrigeration time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 293
Author Kim

Ingredients

For the crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 cup pecans finely chopped

For the first layer:

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese room temperature for easier mixing
  • 1 cup confectioners' powdered sugar
  • 1 (8-12 ounce) container Cool Whip divided (you will use 1 cup for this layer and the remainder for the topping)

For the second layer:

  • 1 (3.4 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding
  • 1 (3.4 ounce) package chocolate instant pudding
  • 3 cups whole milk

For the top:

  • remainder of Cool Whip
  • Optional: grated chocolate sprinkled over the top

Instructions

  • Crust layer: Mix flour, butter and pecans and press into the bottom of a 9 X 13-inch dish or pan. Bake at 325°F for 25 minutes. Remove from oven and cool completely.
    pecan cookie crust in a white baking dish
  • For the bottom layer over crust, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar and 1 cup Cool Whip. This is easiest to mix with an electric mixer. Spread over crust. Chill each layer for about 20 minutes in the freezer before adding the next to give everything a chance to firm up.
    woman's hand spreading cream cheese layer over pecan cookie crust
  • For the second layer, mix together puddings and milk. Mix according to package directions. Spread over cream cheese layer. You can chill for another 20 minutes in the freezer to make spreading the Cool Whip easier.
    woman's hand spreading chocolate pudding layer over cream cheese layer
  • Top with remaining Cool Whip and sprinkle with grated chocolate, if desired. Let the dessert chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
    sex in a pan dessert topped with chocolate shavings

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Notes

  • Cool Whip comes in 8 or 12 ounce tubs. Get the 12 ounce tub if you can find it, if not the 8 ounce tub will work.
  • Layering dessert: I like to chill each layer before I add the next to give everything a chance to firm up. A quick trip into the freezer for 20 minutes is enough time to help everything set.
  • Make ahead + leftovers: This dessert can be made up to 2 days in advance. Store any leftovers you might have, tightly covered, in the fridge for up to four days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 293kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 130mg | Potassium: 135mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 459IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 1mg