Description
Maple Donut Cream Dessert is a rich and indulgent layered no-bake dessert featuring chunks of soft glazed donuts, creamy maple cheesecake filling, fluffy whipped topping, and a sweet maple drizzle. This crowd-pleasing treat combines the comforting flavors of maple donuts with a luscious cream dessert.
Ingredients
- 6 glazed donuts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, divided
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
- 1/2 teaspoon maple extract (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- For the Maple Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and maple extract if using. Mix until creamy.
- Fold in half of the whipped topping.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened.
- Fold the pudding into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread half of the donut pieces into the bottom of a 9×9-inch serving dish.
- Spread half of the maple cream mixture over the donuts.
- Repeat with the remaining donuts and cream mixture.
- Top with the remaining whipped topping.
- Whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk to create the drizzle.
- Drizzle over the top of the dessert.
- Sprinkle with toasted pecans.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh glazed donuts for the softest texture.
- Chill overnight for the best flavor and consistency.
- Walnuts can be substituted for pecans.
- Maple extract enhances the maple flavor but is optional.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American