Best 8 Easy Four Layer Chocolate Dessert Recipes

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If you're craving a rich and decadent dessert that's easy to prepare, look no further than this four-layer chocolate delight. With layers of moist chocolate cake, creamy chocolate mousse, velvety chocolate ganache, and fluffy chocolate whipped cream, this dessert is a symphony of chocolate flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Best of all, it can be assembled in just a few simple steps, making it the perfect treat for busy home cooks or those who are new to baking.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRETCHEN'S 4 LAYER CHOCOLATE DESSERT



Gretchen's 4 Layer Chocolate Dessert image

Make and share this Gretchen's 4 Layer Chocolate Dessert recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Hill Family

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup margarine
1 cup chopped pecans
8 ounces softened cream cheese
2 (3 1/2 ounce) packages chocolate instant pudding
3 cups milk
1 cup flour
1 cup powdered sugar
13 ounces Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Layer 1: soften margarine. Mix with flour, add pecans. Put into 9 x 13 baking pan and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Remove and cool completely.
  • Layer 2: Mix powdered sugar with cream cheese, add 1 cup of cool whip, and spread on crust.
  • Layer 3: Mix instant pudding with milk. Follow pkg directions and spread over layers.
  • Layer 4: Top the 3 layers with remaining Cool Whip. Garnish with shaved chocolate bar and top with cherries and chopped nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 874.5, Fat 54.5, SaturatedFat 26.5, Cholesterol 58.7, Sodium 757.9, Carbohydrate 88.8, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 58.1, Protein 11.7

FOUR-LAYER CHOCOLATE DESSERT



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With creamy layers in a big 13x9-in. pan, this simple dessert is tailor-made for a buffet table. I like to add a sprinkling of toasted slivered almonds on top for the finishing touch. -Linda Knoll, Jackson, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cold butter
1 cup finely chopped pecans
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup whipped topping
3 cups cold whole milk
2 packages (3.9 ounces each) instant chocolate pudding mix
2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place flour in a bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in pecans. Press onto the bottom of an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust., In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mixes 2 minutes. Let stand 2 minutes or until soft-set. Gently spread over cream cheese layer. Top with whipped cream; sprinkle with almonds. Refrigerate until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Fat 31g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

EASY FOUR-LAYER CHOCOLATE DESSERT



Easy Four-Layer Chocolate Dessert image

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.

FOUR LAYER CHOCOLATE DESSERT



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Make and share this Four Layer Chocolate Dessert recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jecooks

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted
8 ounces cream cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
6 ounces Cool Whip
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package chocolate pudding mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package vanilla pudding mix
3 cups milk
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ounces Cool Whip
2 hershey chocolate candy bars, grated
chopped nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Crust Layer- Mix crust ingredients, press into 13x9" baking dish, and bake 25 minutes at 325 degrees.
  • Cream Cheese Layer- Mix ingredients and spread over COOLED crust.
  • Pudding Layer- Mix ingredients, spread over cream cheese layer.
  • Cover dessert and put in refrigerator to set.
  • Topping Layer- Once dessert has set, spread top with Cool Whip, nuts, and grated chocolate bar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.7, Fat 29.5, SaturatedFat 16.3, Cholesterol 51.4, Sodium 324.7, Carbohydrate 50.4, Fiber 2, Sugar 31.4, Protein 7.3

FOUR-LAYER CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h35m

Yield 12 to 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Nonstick cooking spray
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for the pans
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 sticks (1 cup) butter, softened
2 cups sugar
3 extra-large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
1 cup hot water
Swiss Meringue Buttercream, recipe follows
9 large egg whites, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 pounds (6 sticks) unsalted butter, at cool room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract or other flavoring

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray two 8-inch cake pans with nonstick cooking spray and line the bottoms with parchment. Spray the parchment and dust with flour.
  • Whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt in a large bowl.
  • Beat together the butter and sugar in a stand mixer until light and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the eggs one at time and beat until incorporated. Add the sour cream and continue to beat until fully incorporated. Then add the vanilla.
  • Stir together the instant espresso powder with the hot water in a spouted measuring cup. With the mixer running, add the dry ingredients in two additions, alternating with the espresso.
  • Divide the batter between the cake pans and bake until a tester inserted in the centers comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool the cakes in the pans on a rack for 10 minutes, then remove the cakes to the rack to cool completely.
  • Slice a thin layer from the top of each cooled cake with a serrated knife to remove the domed top. With a serrated knife, slice the layers in half horizontally to make 4 layers. Spread buttercream on the cut side of a layer and sandwich another layer on top. Repeat with the remaining frosting and layers, leaving the last top layer unfrosted.
  • Apply a thin crumb-coat of frosting to the entire cake and chill in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes to set. Use the remaining frosting to generously frost the cake.
  • Put the egg whites and sugar into a large bowl set over a double boiler. Whisk constantly until the sugar melts and the mixture is very thin and warm.
  • Pour the egg whites into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and whisk on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 5 minutes. Turn to low speed and continue beating until cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Turn the mixer to medium speed and whisk in the butter in small pieces. (The mixture may look curdled before it comes together.) Add the vanilla extract. Re-beat the mixture as needed to keep it smooth as you frost your cake.

FOURTEEN LAYER CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Fourteen very thin layers with chocolate between each layer. Hope you enjoy this! I am from Georgia and make it all the time for church functions and family reunions.

Provided by NELL 2

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Torte Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup shortening
½ cup butter
2 cups white sugar
6 eggs
3 cups milk
3 cups self-rising flour
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups white sugar
1 cup butter
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup water
2 cups evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 4 or 5 - 8 inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening, 1/2 cup butter and 2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well with each addition, then stir in the vanilla. Add the flour alternately with the 3 cups milk; beat well. Pour 1/4 cup of batter into each prepared pan, and spread evenly. You will need to bake the layers in two or three batches.
  • Bake for 5 to 7 minutes in the preheated oven, just until the layers are dried out. Do not brown.
  • To make the frosting: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 3 cups sugar, 1 cup butter, cocoa, water and 2 cups evaporated milk. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring frequently, then boil for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and beat for one minute with an electric mixer. Stack cake layers with icing in between, letting the icing run down the sides of the cake. Smooth the sides and top with the remaining icing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 725.4 calories, Carbohydrate 99.3 g, Cholesterol 150.7 mg, Fat 33.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 18.7 g, Sodium 570.6 mg, Sugar 77.8 g

4 LAYERS 4 TEXTURES, 1 CHOCOLATE CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



4 Layers 4 Textures, 1 Chocolate Cake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: graham crackers, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, unsalted butter, large eggs, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, whole milk, cream of tartar, heavy cream, powdered sugar

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 graham crackers, crushed
¾ cup granulated sugar, plus 3 tablespoons, divided
⅓ cup cocoa powder, plus 4 tablespoons, divided
14 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 3/4 sticks, melted, divided
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
½ teaspoon cream of tartar
1 ½ cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C). Line an 8-inch (20-cm) square baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, and 6 tablespoons of melted butter until fully incorporated and the mixture looks rich and chocolaty.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and pack down to cover the bottom of the pan in an even layer.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 325˚F (160˚C).
  • Separate the eggs into two large bowls.
  • Add the remaining ¾ cup (150 G) of granulated sugar to the egg yolks and whisk until pale yellow.
  • Add the remaining ½ cup (115 G) of melted butter and the vanilla and mix until fully incorporated.
  • Sift in the flour and ⅓ cup (40 g) of cocoa powder and mix thoroughly.
  • Slowly add the milk, stirring continuously, until a very wet batter forms. Set aside.
  • Beat the egg whites with an electric hand mixer until frothy. Add the cream of tartar and continue beating until medium peaks form. Whisk ⅓ of the egg whites into the egg yolk batter, then gently fold in the remaining egg whites with a rubber spatula.
  • Pour the batter over the graham cracker crust and bake for 40 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly. Let cool for at least 1 hour.
  • In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form and the cream has doubled in volume.
  • Sift in the remaining 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder and the powdered sugar and fold with a rubber spatula to incorporate.
  • Invert the cooled cake onto a cutting board. Remove the parchment paper and flip the cake again so the graham cracker crust is on the bottom.
  • Spread the chocolate whipped cream onto the cake.
  • Slice and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 13 grams

FOUR LAYER CHOCOLATE DELIGHT



Four Layer Chocolate Delight image

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

#1 Layer:
1 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 sticks margarine, melted
1/2 cup chopped pecans
#2 Layer
1 pkg (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups Cool Whip
1 cup powdered sugar
#3 Layer
1 small pkg. chocolate instant pudding
1 small pkg. vanilla instant pudding
4 cups milk
#4 Layer
Small tub Cool Whip
Chocolate bar
Pecan pieces

Steps:

  • Mix flour, margarine and pecans and press in 9x13 pan. Bake at 325 degrees F for 30 minutes. Cool.
  • Whip cream cheese, Cool Whip and powdered sugar and spread on cooled #1 layer.
  • With wire whisk, mix pudding mixes and milk (2 minutes). Spread on top of #2 layer.
  • Spread Cool Whip on top. Grate chocolate bar over top of Cool Whip. Sprinkle pecan pieces on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all your ingredients and tools ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the taste of your dessert. Use the best chocolate and cocoa powder you can find.
  • Don't Overmix: Overmixing can make your batter tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill Your Dessert: Chilling your dessert before serving will help it set and develop its full flavor.
  • Garnish Your Dessert: A few simple garnishes can make your dessert look more appealing. Try using fresh berries, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings.

Conclusion:

The four-layer chocolate dessert is a delicious and decadent treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and creamy texture, this dessert is sure to please everyone. Follow these tips to make sure your four-layer chocolate dessert turns out perfectly:
  • Use high-quality ingredients.
  • Don't overmix the batter.
  • Chill the dessert before serving.
  • Garnish the dessert with fresh berries, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings.
With a little planning and effort, you can create a four-layer chocolate dessert that is both beautiful and delicious. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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