Vanilla Almond Fruit Tart

Vanilla Almond Fruit Tart

1/2 c planters sliced almonds, toasted, divided
50 vanilla wafers, finely crushed
6 Tbl butter, melted
1 package (3.4 oz) JELL-O instant vanilla pudding
1 c cold milk
1 c thawed cool whip
1 c mixed fresh fruit (your choice)

Reserve 1 Tbl nuts.

In food processor- crush vanilla wafers and rest of almonds. Mix with melted butter and press into bottom of a 9" tart pan or pie plate.

Beat pudding mix with milk with whisk for 2 minutes. Stir in cool whip. Pour into crust. Refrigerate 3 hours until firm. Top with fruits and nuts just before serving.