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Christmas Cookie Lasagna Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This festive Christmas Cookie Lasagna is a delightful no-bake layered dessert featuring a crunchy cookie crust, creamy cheesecake layer, luscious vanilla pudding combined with crushed cookies, and topped with whipped topping and colorful decorations. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this easy-to-make treat combines classic sugar cookie flavors with a rich, creamy texture for a crowd-pleasing dessert.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 24 Christmas sugar cookies (or shortbread cookies)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Layer

  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream or whipped topping

Vanilla Pudding Layer

  • 1 package (3.4 oz / 96g) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 ½ cups (360ml) cold milk
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional for a festive flavor)
  • ½ cup crushed Christmas cookies

Topping and Garnish

  • 2 cups whipped topping
  • Crushed Christmas cookies, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips for decoration

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Crush the cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by hand. Mix the crumbs thoroughly with the melted butter until the mixture is evenly moistened.
  2. Form the crust: Press the buttered cookie crumbs firmly and evenly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch dish to form a compact crust layer.
  3. Chill the crust: Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill and set while preparing the filling layers.
  4. Make the cheesecake layer: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy without lumps.
  5. Incorporate whipped topping: Gently fold the whipped cream or whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and fluffy.
  6. Spread cheesecake layer: Evenly spread the creamy cheesecake mixture over the chilled cookie crust layer.
  7. Prepare pudding layer: In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and optional almond extract until the pudding thickens, usually about 2 minutes.
  8. Add crushed cookies to pudding: Stir the crushed Christmas cookies into the thickened pudding mixture to add texture and festive flavor.
  9. Layer the pudding: Spread the cookie-studded pudding evenly over the cheesecake layer in the dish.
  10. Top with whipped topping: Spread the 2 cups of whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer to create a smooth, creamy finish.
  11. Decorate the top: Garnish with additional crushed Christmas cookies, colorful sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips for a festive appearance.
  12. Chill to set: Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow all layers to properly set and meld together before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, use freshly made whipped topping or whipped cream to maintain a light, fluffy texture.
  • Almond extract is optional but adds a lovely festive flavor.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing and a smooth layer.
  • This dessert should be kept refrigerated until served to maintain its layers and freshness.
  • Feel free to substitute Christmas sugar cookies with other holiday-themed cookies depending on preference.

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