Butterscotch Delight Creamy Layers (Printer-Friendly Version)

Creamy layers of butterscotch pudding, whipped topping, and cinnamon crust make a sweet treat for any occasion.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 1 1/2 cups cinnamon graham cracker crumbs
02 - 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Cream Cheese Layer

04 - 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 3/4 cup powdered sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream
08 - 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

→ Butterscotch Pudding Layer

09 - 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant butterscotch pudding mix
10 - 2 cups cold whole milk
11 - 3/4 cup butterscotch chips, roughly chopped and divided

→ Topping

12 - 8 ounces whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
13 - Butterscotch chips, for garnish
14 - Caramel sauce, for garnish

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the cinnamon graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until even and moistened. Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the base of a 9 x 13 inch baking dish or into serving cups to form the crust.
02 - Beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar in a clean bowl until smooth and no lumps remain. Add the vanilla extract and blend until fully incorporated.
03 - In a separate bowl, whip the 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons of heavy whipping cream using a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff peaks form. Then gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until evenly combined.
04 - In another bowl, whisk the instant butterscotch pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk according to package instructions. When the pudding has thickened, fold in half of the roughly chopped butterscotch chips.
05 - Spread half of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the prepared crust. Add half of the butterscotch pudding layer over the cream cheese mixture. Repeat the layers with the remaining cream cheese mixture and pudding.
06 - Spread the whipped topping evenly over the final layer. Garnish the top with the remaining butterscotch chips and a generous caramel drizzle.
07 - Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow the dessert to set and flavors to meld before serving.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Allow cream cheese to come to room temperature before mixing for a silkier filling.
02 - Chill each layer if desired before adding the next to achieve clean separation of layers.
03 - For individual portions, layer the dessert in cups or jars for convenient serving and presentation.
04 - Adjust the sugar or use low-fat products to modify sweetness and richness as preferred.
05 - Butterscotch Delight is best served thoroughly chilled; store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
06 - Freeze tightly wrapped for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

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