Sex in a Pan
A delicious layered dessert with creamy textures and rich flavors, perfect for gatherings and parties.
Ingredients
For the Pecan Crust
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
For the Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar Or ½ cup for less sweetness
- 1 cup Cool Whip or freshly whipped cream
For the Vanilla Pudding Layer
- 5.1 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk Less than package directions for structure
For the Chocolate Pudding Layer
- 5.1 oz instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk Creates firmer pudding layer
For the Topping
- 2 cups Cool Whip or freshly whipped cream
- Shaved chocolate for garnish Optional but recommended
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly spray a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine chopped pecans, sugar, melted butter, and flour until blended well. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared dish to form an even layer.
- Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes until the crust is lightly golden and fragrant.
- Once baked, allow the crust to cool completely. You can speed this up by placing it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to keep the cream cheese layer from melting.
Layering
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of Cool Whip until it is light and fluffy.
- Prepare both pudding mixes separately, using only 2 cups of cold milk for each mix. Whisk them vigorously for about 2 minutes until they are completely dissolved and starting to thicken.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust, being careful not to pull up any of the crust.
- Gently spread the vanilla pudding layer over the cream cheese layer, followed by the chocolate pudding layer.
- Top with the remaining 2 cups of Cool Whip, spreading it evenly to the edges. Optionally, add chocolate shavings on top.
Chilling
- Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours before serving. Overnight refrigeration is ideal as it allows the flavors to meld and the layers to set properly.
Notes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 3-4 days. Best enjoyed within this timeframe for optimal taste and texture.