Mom's Texas Delight is a classic Southern dessert that combines layers of creamy pudding, crunchy pecans, and sweet whipped topping. This no-bake dessert is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or family gatherings. It's sure to become a new favorite in your household!
Ingredients
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 1/2 cups cold milk
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 8 oz whipped topping
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine vanilla pudding mix and 1 1/4 cups cold milk. Whisk until smooth and refrigerate for 5 minutes.
- In another mixing bowl, combine chocolate pudding mix and 1 1/4 cups cold milk. Whisk until smooth and refrigerate for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix together crushed graham crackers, chopped pecans, and melted butter.
- In a 9x13 inch dish, layer half of the graham cracker mixture, followed by the vanilla pudding, then the remaining graham cracker mixture, and finally the chocolate pudding.
- Cover with whipped topping and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Interesting Facts
This dessert can be customized with different pudding flavors and toppings.
Mom's Texas Delight is similar to a popular dessert called 'Texas Sheet Cake'.
Using instant pudding mixes makes this recipe quick and easy to prepare.