Description
Moose Farts is a whimsical dessert with layers of creamy goodness, including a rich, fluffy texture and delightful flavors. The dessert combines a sweet, slightly nutty filling with a crunchy graham cracker crust, creating a fun and delicious treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cool whip
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Press the mixture into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish and bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool. - In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Sift in the powdered sugar and mix until combined. Add milk and vanilla extract, and mix until creamy.
- Gently fold in the cool whip until fully integrated, being careful not to overmix.
- Form the Balls:
Scoop small portions of the cream cheese mixture and roll them into balls. Once shaped, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. - Chill:
Cover the Moose Fart balls and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours until the filling is set. - Serve:
Once set, serve and enjoy the delightful creaminess and crunchy crust in each bite!
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan cream cheese and coconut whipped cream.
- For a gluten-free option, swap graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free alternatives or ground almonds.
- Add almond extract or crushed pineapple for a flavor variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chill, Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Moose Farts, creamy dessert, easy dessert, dessert bars, fun dessert, coconut dessert, cream cheese dessert