Three Layer Cookies

 

First Layer:

¼     lb. butter or margarine

¼     C sugar

¼     C cocoa

1      t vanilla

1      egg

2      C graham cracker crumbs

1/3    chopped pecans

 

        Blend butter, sugar, cocoa and vanilla in top of double boiler.  Add egg and cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly.  Add crumbs and nuts.  Press mixture in 9” x 13” buttered pan.  Let stand in refrigerator for 15 minutes.

 

Second Layer:

½     C butter (1/4 lb.)

3      T milk

2      T instant vanilla pudding

2      C powdered sugar

 

        Cream butter lightly.  Mix milk and pudding, add to butter.  Blend.  Add powdered sugar gradually.  Whip with electric mixer until light and fluffy, 10-15 minutes. Spread over first layer and refrigerate until firm.

 

Third Layer:

6      oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips

4      t butter

2      T milk

 

        Melt all together, mixing well until thoroughly blended.  Cool a few minutes and then spread over second layer.  Refrigerate until firm.  Cut into 48 squares.