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A delicious plate of Jimmy Carter Dessert

Jimmy Carter Dessert

This Jimmy Carter dessert pays homage to the 39th president of the U.S.A. It's a decadent treat, adorned with the former peanut farmer's favorite nut, and is perfect for serving a crowd.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 369
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ⅓ cup butter melted
Filling
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • ⅓ cup peanut butter
  • 2 (8 ounce) containers frozen whipped topping thawed
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
Pudding Layer
  • 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 3 cups milk
Toppings
  • ¼ cup chopped peanuts
  • ⅛ cup grated semisweet chocolate

Equipment

  • 13x9-inch pan

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 13x9-inch pan.
  2. Combine cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Add 2 cups of whipped topping and confectioners' sugar. Pour this mixture over the crust.
  3. Mix together the pudding mixes and milk, then pour over the peanut butter layer. Spread the remaining whipped topping on top.
  4. Sprinkle chopped peanuts and shaved chocolate over the dessert. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.

Notes

You can substitute the graham cracker crust with a cookie crust for added flavor. Serve this dessert chilled for the best texture and taste.