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ARKANSAS POSSUM PIE INGREDIENTS
You’ll need:
For the Pie Crust:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup finely chopped pecans
- ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon clear vanilla flavoring
Chocolate Pudding Layer:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (spooned into measuring cup, not packed)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1¾ cup whole milk
- 3 egg yolks, slightly beaten
Whipped Topping Layer:
- 8-ounce tub whipped topping
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
SUBSTITUTIONS AND ADDITIONS
COOL WHIP: If you prefer to make your own whipped cream for the top layer, you can. Check out our recipe for homemade whipped cream for directions.
CRUST: If you prefer a nut-free crust, you could substitute it with a graham cracker crust.
CHOCOLATE CHIPS: Mix chocolate chips into your pudding layer for a yummy sweet crunch.
HOW TO MAKE THIS ARKANSAS POSSUM PIE RECIPE
STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly spray an 8-inch pie pan or round cake pan with nonstick spray. Set aside.
STEP TWO: In a small mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, finely chopped pecans, melted butter, light brown sugar, and salt. Using a wooden spoon or fork, stir the ingredients together until completely combined.
PRO TIP: To finely chop the pecans, add them to the food processor until they are fine crumbs.
STEP THREE: Evenly press the crust mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes. Allow the crust to cool completely.
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