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Brownie Refrigerator Cake

  • Author: Avery
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

If you love rich, chocolatey desserts with creamy layers and minimal effort, this Brownie Refrigerator Cake is about to become your new favorite indulgence. It starts with a fudgy brownie base, then gets layered with sweet cream cheese, silky chocolate pudding, and a cloud of whipped topping. The best part? The refrigerator does most of the work. It’s cool, creamy, decadent, and perfect for potlucks, holidays, or anytime you’re craving a make-ahead dessert that tastes like a dream.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients required on the box)
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed and divided
  • 2 boxes (3.9 oz each) chocolate instant pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • Chocolate shavings or curls, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Brownie Layer:
    Preheat the oven according to the brownie mix package directions. Prepare the batter as instructed and bake in a 9×13-inch pan. Once baked, allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before adding any layers.
  2. Make the Cream Cheese Layer:
    In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and fluffy. Gently fold in half of the whipped topping until fully incorporated. Spread evenly over the cooled brownie layer.
  3. Prepare the Chocolate Pudding Layer:
    In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mixes and cold milk. Continue whisking until thickened. Spread the pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer.
  4. Top and Chill:
    Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pudding layer, smoothing it out evenly. Garnish with chocolate shavings or curls. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set before slicing and serving.

Notes

  1. Make sure the brownies are completely cooled before adding the cream cheese layer to prevent melting and sliding.
  2. Soften the cream cheese fully to avoid lumps in the filling.
  3. Allow enough chill time so the layers set properly and slice cleanly.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked + No-Bake Assembly
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: brownie refrigerator cake, layered chocolate dessert, no bake brownie dessert, chocolate pudding cake

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