Best 6 4 Layer Butterscotch Dessert Recipes

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There are numerous recipes for cooking a 4 layer butterscotch dessert, but each one has its own unique ingredients, cooking times, and steps. Whether you are looking for a classic recipe that has been passed down through generations or a modern twist on this classic treat, you can find a recipe that suits your taste and dietary needs.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

10 BEST-EVER BUTTERSCOTCH DESSERT COLLECTION



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Try these butterscotch desserts for treats that have a twist on caramel you'll love! From pudding to blondies to cake and cookies, butterscotch makes any dessert better.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Desserts     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 10

Unbelievable Butterscotch Pudding (Homemade)
Butterscotch Lush (Butterscotch Delight)
Butterscotch Blondies
No-Bake Butterscotch Pie
Butterscotch Apple Crisp
Butterscotch Cookies
Butterscotch Graham Cracker Cheesecake Bars
Ultimate Butterscotch Cake
Butterscotch Sandwich Cookies
Loaded Butterscotch Cheesecake

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a butterscotch recipe in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

4 LAYER BUTTERSCOTCH DESSERT!



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Make and share this 4 Layer Butterscotch Dessert! recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Nichol

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 1 9 x 13 pan, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup flour
1/2 cup nuts
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup powdered sugar
8 ounces cream cheese
1 cup whipped topping
3 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 (3 1/2 ounce) boxes butterscotch pudding
2 cups whipped cream
1/2 cup nuts

Steps:

  • Mix first 3 ingredients and press in a 9 x 13 pan and bake at 350 F for 15 minutes.
  • Mix next three ingredients and pour over first layer.
  • Mix milk, vanilla and butterscotch pudding until thick and pour over second layer.
  • Top the first 3 layers with the whipped cream.
  • Sprinkle entire dessert with the nuts and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.5, Fat 38.7, SaturatedFat 19.9, Cholesterol 91.6, Sodium 354.8, Carbohydrate 39.1, Fiber 2, Sugar 17.4, Protein 10.6

FOUR LAYER DELIGHT



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This is great dessert for any time of year. You can easily change the flavor by substituting a different pudding in place of the butterscotch (we also like chocolate a lot).

Provided by JTEXAS

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup margarine
1 ¼ cups confectioners' sugar, divided
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 ⅛ cups chopped pecans
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant butterscotch pudding mix
3 cups milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In a bowl, cream together margarine with 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar. Mix in flour and 1 cup pecans. Press into prepared dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven 15 minutes, until very lightly browned. Cool completely.
  • In a bowl, cream together cream cheese with remaining 1 cup confectioners' sugar. Fold in half the whipped topping. Spread over cooled crust.
  • Stir together pudding mix and milk and allow to set up slightly. Spread over cream cheese layer. Top with remaining whipped topping and sprinkle with remaining nuts. Keep refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 332.6 mg, Sugar 23.3 g

BUTTERSCOTCH DELIGHT



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"This creamy layered dessert is popular whenever I serve it," reports Barbara Edgemon of Belleview, Florida.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup cold butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
3-1/2 cups cold milk
2 packages (3.5 ounces each) instant butterscotch pudding mix
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cut butter into flour; stir in the finely chopped walnuts. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping. Spread over crust. , In another bowl, beat milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes or until thickened. Spread over cream cheese layer. Spread with the remaining whipped topping; sprinkle with coarsely chopped walnuts. Chill until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 238mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

EASY FOUR-LAYER CHOCOLATE DESSERT



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Out of all the easy chocolate desserts I make, these nutty, chocolaty layered treats have become my family's favorite. I make sure to whip up my mom her very own batch, since she loves this chocolate delight so much! -Kristen Stecklein, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold butter
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted, divided
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cartons (8 ounces each) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
2-1/2 cups 2% milk
2 packages (3.9 ounces each) instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks
Chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place flour in a small bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in 1/2 cup walnuts. Press onto bottom of an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake until light golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; fold in 1 carton whipped topping. Spread over crust. In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Gently spread over cream cheese layer. Top with remaining whipped topping. Sprinkle with chocolate chunks and remaining walnuts. Refrigerate until cold., Cut into bars. Just before serving, drizzle with chocolate syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 26g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 195mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BUTTERSCOTCH LAYERED PUDDING DESSERT



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This recipe was spotted in the Taste of Home Healthy Cooking magazine, June/July 2009 & was juggled & jiggled a bit to suit us! Preparation time does not include the time needed for the final dessert to chill in the refrigerator.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided (or a sugar substitute)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 (8 ounce) packages reduced-fat cream cheese
3 cups nonfat milk, divided
2 (1 ounce) packages sugar-free instant butterscotch pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) carton frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Coat the inside bottom of a 13"x9" baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, 1/3 cup sugar & the melted butter, then press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, 1/4 cup of the milk & the remaining sugar until smooth, then spread it over the crust.
  • In another bowl, for 2 minutes whisk together the remaining milk with the pudding mix, then let it stand for another 2 minutes or until soft-set.
  • Gently spread this pudding mixture over the cream cheese layer.
  • Add the extract to the whipped topping & spread that over the top of the pudding layer, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.4, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 21, Sodium 135.7, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 11.1, Protein 3

Tips:

  • Mise en place: As with any baking project, it's important to have all of your ingredients and tools ready before you begin. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't forget anything.
  • Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the flavor of your dessert. Use fresh butter, real vanilla extract, and good-quality butterscotch chips.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake in a water bath: Baking the cake in a water bath helps to create a moist, tender crumb. Place the cake pan inside a larger pan filled with hot water.
  • Chill the cake before assembling: Chilling the cake before assembling helps to make it easier to handle and prevents the layers from sliding apart.
  • Use a variety of textures: The different layers of this dessert have different textures, which makes it more interesting to eat. The cake is soft and fluffy, the butterscotch filling is creamy and smooth, and the whipped cream is light and airy.

Conclusion:

This 4-layer butterscotch dessert is a delicious and impressive treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich butterscotch flavor and variety of textures, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give this recipe a try.

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