LAYER ONE: mix first 3 ingredients and pat into ungreased 9 x 13 in baking dish. Bake for 15 mins. Cool Completely
LAYER TWO: blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, 1 cup cool whip, 1 tsp vanilla and spread over cooled first layer.
LAYER THREE: mix pudding according to directions adding ½ tsp vanilla. Spread over layer two.
LAYER FOUR: Immediately before serving, spread remaining cool whip on top. I sometimes garnish with shaved chocolate bar, more chopped nuts, or mini chocolate chips.