Possum Pie is a no-bake, layered dessert that starts with a buttery shortbread cookie crust, followed by a nutty cream cheese layer, a blend of chocolate and vanilla pudding, and a fluffy whipped cream topping.I love to finish it off with a sprinkle of pecans and chocolate shavings.Despite its playful name, there’s no possum involved—just layers of deliciousness! And if you are a fan of this layered goodness, you’ve got to check out my Piggy Pie Dessert, too.

It’s another irresistible pudding treat! Want to save this recipe?Just enter your email and get it sent to your inbox! Plus you’ll get new recipes from us every week!Email *Save Recipe Why Is It Called Possum Pie? The name “Possum Pie” is as fun as the dessert! It comes from the saying “playing possum,” which means to pretend or hide something.This pie might look like a plain chocolate dessert, but it’s hiding tasty surprises–a cream cheese layer, a rich mix of chocolate and vanilla pudding, and chopped pecans.The name is sure to make people curious—and once you take a bite, you’ll see why this dessert is such a favorite! Ingredients & Substitutions Crust: The crust is made of shortbread cookie crumbs and melted butter.

Make sure the butter coats all of the cookie crumbs so they stay together! I think a graham cracker crust would be delicious, too! Cream Cheese: Ensure the cream cheese is softened, or has come to room temperature before making the cream cheese layer.

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