grandma irvine's four layer torte

St Petersburg, FL
Updated on Jun 13, 2011

My grandmother was a wonderful cook. This is a receipe that she came back with after a trip to Ireland. It is always a popular choice when I make it. I typically will double layers 2 and 3 for a thicker dessert.

prep time 25 Min
cook time 25 Min
method ---
yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup walnuts; chopped
  • 1 stick margarine
  • 2 - 9oz - containers of cool whip
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 - 3oz packages chocolate jell-o pudding (cook & serve)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 - 8oz packages cream cheese
  • 1 cup flour

How To Make grandma irvine's four layer torte

  • Step 1
    Layer 1: Mix together flour, margarine, and 1/2 cup chopped nuts. Press into a 9x13" pan. Bake at 375 degrees for about 15 minutes. Let cool.
  • Step 2
    Layer 2: Whip cream cheese and powdered sugar together. Fold in 1 carton of Cool Whip. Spread over cooled crust and refridgerate.
  • Step 3
    Layer 3: Mix pudding as directed on package. Let cool and pour over layer 2.
  • Step 4
    Layer 4: Spread Cool Whip over layer 3. May sprinkle with additional chopped nuts. Chill until firm.

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