Ingredients and Weight:
- Graham cracker crumbs: 2 cups (180g)
- Butter, melted: 1/2 cup (113g)
- Sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Vanilla pudding mix: 1 (3.4oz/96g) package
- Milk: 3 cups (720ml)
- White chocolate chips: 2 cups (340g)
- Heavy cream: 1 cup (240ml)
- Cream cheese, softened: 1 (8oz/227g) package
- Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together vanilla pudding mix and milk. Fold in white chocolate chips. Pour over the graham cracker crust.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat heavy cream for 1-2 minutes, or until hot but not boiling. Pour over the white chocolate pudding layer.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Stir in cinnamon. Spread over the hot cream layer.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of recipe):
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Protein: 10g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and decadent pudding pie with layers of graham cracker crust, vanilla pudding, white chocolate chips, cream cheese, and cinnamon.
- Perfect for special occasions or as a dessert to impress.
- Can be customized with different flavors of pudding mix or additions such as fruit or nuts.
User Comments:
- "This pudding pie is absolutely divine! The combination of textures and flavors is incredible."
- "I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about it."
- "The cream cheese layer is the perfect topping for this decadent dessert."
- "I added sliced bananas to the pudding layer for an extra burst of flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a fireproof baking dish as the heavy cream will be hot when poured over the pudding layer.
- Refrigerate the pudding pie for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the pie to set properly.
- This pudding pie can be made in advance. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
