I just went to the store and asked them to order the black walnuts. You really do need cool whip on top because it is so rich. Don't think anyone can eat more than one piece.
When I have a few minutes I'll add my New York Style Ameretto Cheese Cake. It's all the rage at church and parties. The crust is made with crushed macaroons. I can't have it around the house because I eat too much. I just love it.
My daughter doesn't like nuts and doesn't like coconut so she uses the vanilla wafer cookies and jsut leave off the nuts.
Connie