INGREDIENTS

Pecan Shortbread-Style Crust

• 1 ½ cups crushed vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies
• 1 cup finely chopped pecans
• ½ cup melted butter
• 2 tbsp sugar
• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

Cream Cheese Layer

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 cups whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)

Pudding Layer

• 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding
• 3 cups cold milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional: ½ tsp peppermint extract (for a Christmas twist)

Top Layer

• 2 more cups whipped topping

Garnish Options

• Crushed candy canes
• Mini chocolate chips
• White chocolate curls
• Red & green sprinkles
• Chopped pecans
• Cranberry drizzle

 INSTRUCTIONS & METHODS

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