Makes one 9 x 13 pan
Heat oven to 350º
Layer 1:
1/2 cup soften butter
1 cup flour (5 ounces)
1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds all work)
Layer 2:
8 ounces softened cream cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 container Cool Whip
Layer 3:
2 small packages chocolate pudding
3 cups cold milk
Layer 4:
1/2 container Cool Whip
Optional final topping: chocolate shavings or chopped nuts
Combine layer one ingredients and press into the 9 x 13 pan. Bake for 10 – 12 minutes. Let it cool off completely.
Mix the second layer ingredients together and spread over the first layer, then do the same for the third layer. Finish with the final (Cool Whip) layer. If using the optional nuts/chocolate shavings, add them. Let this chill for several hours before serving.