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Coconut Crunch Delight

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This Coconut Crunch Delight is a classic, comforting dessert that balances rich, creamy vanilla pudding with a crunchy, toasted topping. The base consists of a buttery mixture of flour, brown sugar, shredded coconut, and slivered almonds, baked until golden and crisp. Once cooled, half of this crumbly mixture is pressed into a dish to form a sturdy crust. The filling is a smooth blend of instant coconut pudding, cold milk, and fluffy whipped topping, creating a light and airy texture that contrasts beautifully with the crunchy base. After refrigerating, the dish sets firmly, allowing the flavors to meld. It is an ideal make-ahead treat for holidays, potlucks, or any evening when you crave something sweet and indulgent without the effort of baking a cake.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12
Calories: 1135.6
Description
This Coconut Crunch Delight is a classic, comforting dessert that balances rich, creamy vanilla pudding with a crunchy, toasted topping. The base consists of a buttery mixture of flour, brown sugar, shredded coconut, and slivered almonds, baked until golden and crisp. Once cooled, half of this crumbly mixture is pressed into a dish to form a sturdy crust. The filling is a smooth blend of instant coconut pudding, cold milk, and fluffy whipped topping, creating a light and airy texture that contrasts beautifully with the crunchy base. After refrigerating, the dish sets firmly, allowing the flavors to meld. It is an ideal make-ahead treat for holidays, potlucks, or any evening when you crave something sweet and indulgent without the effort of baking a cake.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Butter; melted
  • 1 cup Flour
  • 1 1/16 cup Coconut
  • 1/4 cup Brown sugar
  • 1 cup Almonds; slivered
  • 1 Vanilla Pudding mix
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, combine the flour, shredded coconut, brown sugar, slivered almonds, and melted butter until a coarse, crumbly mixture forms.
  3. 3
    Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet.
  4. 4
    Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until the crumbs are golden brown and fragrant.
  5. 5
    Remove from the oven and let the crumbs cool completely.
  6. 6
    Once cooled, divide the crumb mixture in half.
  7. 7
    Press one half of the crumbs firmly into the bottom of a greased 13x9-inch baking dish to form a crust.
  8. 8
    In a large mixing bowl, beat the instant pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened.
  9. 9
    Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated and smooth.
  10. 10
    Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the crust in the baking dish.
  11. 11
    Sprinkle the remaining toasted crumb mixture over the top of the pudding.
  12. 12
    Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until set.
  13. 13
    Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1135.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 76.4g118%
Saturated Fat 34.9g175%
Cholesterol 64.5mg22%
Sodium 230.2mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 98.7g33%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g86%
Sugars 24.5g
Protein 24.1g49%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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