Possum Pie

"Possum pie is all about layers—crisp pecan crust, creamy cheesecake filling, silky chocolate pudding, and a blanket of whipped cream. It may look bakery-worthy, but it’s surprisingly simple to make.Although this pie might look difficult to pull off, it just has a lot of layers. They all come together to make a show-stopping pie that everyone loves, despite the name. Originating in Arkansas, a possum pie gets its name from the term “playing possum,” which means to hide. Each layer conceals even more deliciousness underneath. It starts with a crust made with toasted chopped pecans forming a base that adds a nutty flavor to compliment the other flavors in the pie. I’ve found that by pre-baking the crust it tends to stick to the pie a little better, but you can skip that step and refrigerate the crust for 30 minutes."

Preparation Time45 min

Chilling Time4 hr

Cooking MethodNo Bake