Description
Homemade Christmas Cookie Lasagna is a festive, no-bake holiday dessert layered with crushed Christmas cookies, creamy cheesecake filling, smooth vanilla pudding, and fluffy whipped topping. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick dessert, holiday dinner ideas, Christmas party food ideas, or even sweet breakfast ideas during the festive season. With colorful sprinkles, peppermint crunch, and cookie crumbles in every bite, it’s a cheerful and indulgent treat that looks as magical as it tastes. Rich, creamy, and loaded with texture, this make-ahead dessert is ideal for holiday gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
3 cups crushed Christmas sugar cookies
6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
2 tablespoons granulated sugar optional
16 ounces cream cheese softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 ½ cups whipped topping
2 boxes 3.4 ounces each instant vanilla pudding mix
3 cups cold whole milk
2 cups chopped Christmas cookies
½ cup mini chocolate chips optional
½ cup red and green candy-coated chocolates
2 cups whipped topping for topping
¼ cup crushed peppermint candies
¼ cup red and green sprinkles
6 small cookie pieces for garnish
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, combine crushed Christmas sugar cookies and melted butter. Press firmly into a 9×9-inch dish and chill for 20–30 minutes.
2. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust and chill 15–20 minutes.
3. Whisk pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Let stand 3–5 minutes, then spread over cream cheese layer. Chill 15 minutes.
4. Sprinkle chopped cookies, chocolate chips, and candy-coated chocolates evenly over pudding layer.
5. Spread remaining whipped topping over dessert and smooth evenly.
6. Garnish with crushed peppermint, sprinkles, and cookie pieces. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to prevent lumps.
Chill each layer before adding the next for clean, defined layers.
Refrigerate overnight for best texture and wipe the knife clean between slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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