Description
Delight in these layered Spumoni Bars that combine a crunchy graham cracker crust with rich chocolate, creamy pistachio pudding, and a cherry-studded whipped topping. Perfect for a refreshing and indulgent dessert with the classic spumoni flavors in an easy-to-make bar form.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Layer
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Pistachio Layer
- 1 ½ cups pistachio pudding mix (instant)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ cup milk
Cherry Layer
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
Instructions
- Make the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool completely.
- Prepare the Chocolate Layer: In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until smooth and fully melted. Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Pour this chocolate mixture evenly over the cooled crust. Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes to let the chocolate layer set.
- Make the Pistachio Layer: In a mixing bowl, combine the instant pistachio pudding mix, 2 cups of heavy cream, and ½ cup of milk. Whisk until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency. Spread this pistachio pudding evenly over the chilled chocolate layer. Return to the refrigerator and chill for another 30 minutes.
- Prepare Cherry Whipped Topping: In a clean bowl, whip 1 ½ cups of heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries, ensuring they are evenly distributed. Spread this cherry whipped cream layer smoothly over the pistachio layer. Cover and refrigerate the entire dish for 2 to 3 hours, or until the top layer is fully set.
- Serve: Once fully set, cut the dessert into 12 equal squares and serve chilled. Enjoy these creamy, fruity Spumoni Bars as a delightful treat.
Notes
- Make sure each layer is fully chilled and set before adding the next to maintain distinct layers.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for a richer flavor in the chocolate layer.
- For easier slicing, dip your knife in hot water and wipe it dry before cutting the bars.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can substitute milk with a non-dairy alternative to make this recipe lactose-free, though it will alter the texture slightly.
