No Bake Coconut Cream Summertime Delight

Looking for a delicious, no-bake dessert that tastes like summertime? Look no further than this delicious No Bake Coconut Cream Summertime Delight! #nobake #coconutcream #dessert This dessert is perfect for summer festivals and backyard parties, and it's sure to be a hit with your friends and family! With just a few simple ingredients, you'll have a delicious and easy dessert that you can enjoy anytime! Recipe: 2 sleeves graham crackers, finely crushed 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, melted Cream Cheese Layer 16 ounces (2 blocks) cream cheese, room temperature 1 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pudding Layer 2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant coconut cream pudding mix 3 ½ cups milk Topping 8 ounce tub whipped topping, thawed (Cool Optional toppings Toasted coconut, roasted pecans, chocolate chips, sprinkles Instructions Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by spraying lightly with non-stick spray. Set aside. Crust In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and the melted butter. Mix until fully combined. Press the crumbs into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Refrigerate until the next layer is ready. Cream Cheese Layer Prepare the cream cheese layer by using a hand mixer to combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract we added a little coconut extract optional. Mix until combined and fluffy. About 3-4 minutes. *Smooth the cream cheese layer evenly over the crust. Pudding Layer *Prepare the pudding layer by adding 2 packages of instant coconut pudding mix and the milk to a large bowl. Whisk until thickened. Pour over the cream cheese layer and smooth evenly. Topping *Spread the whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer. Refrigerate until the coconut flakes are ready. To toast the coconut, add 1 cup of sweetened coconut flakes to a baking sheet and place in a 350F-degree oven for 5 minutes, stirring in between, until the flakes are golden brown. Allow them to cool, then sprinkle over top of the whipped topping. Refrigerate the dessert for at least 1 hour. Can be frozen up to 3 months *Note put in freezer to sit after each layer to make spreading the next layer easier. : ) Enjoy!!