Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with this delightful Christmas Cookie Lasagna Recipe, a no-bake dessert that is both easy to prepare and visually stunning. Layers of crushed holiday cookies create a crunchy base, while a creamy cheesecake filling and pudding layer add richness and flavor. Topped with whipped cream and festive decorations, this colorful dessert will be the centerpiece of any holiday gathering. Perfect for potlucks or family celebrations, you can even make it ahead of time to save on last-minute prep. Enjoy each delicious bite as it brings joy to your festive table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 Christmas sugar cookies or shortbread cookies
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream or whipped topping
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups cold milk
- Optional: ½ teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by crushing cookies into fine crumbs and mixing them with melted butter. Press firmly into an 8×8-inch dish and chill.
- For the cheesecake filling, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped topping, then spread over the crust.
- Whisk together pudding mix and milk (and almond extract if desired) until thickened. Gently stir in crushed cookies.
- Spread pudding layer over cheesecake filling, then top with whipped topping.
- Garnish with crushed cookies and sprinkles; refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use different cookie flavors for unique twists. Allow adequate chilling time for best texture. For lighter versions, opt for reduced-fat ingredients.