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Hey friends you gotta try this fun holiday treat. My Christmas Cookie Lasagna is all about those creamy cheesecake and pudding layers with crunchy cookies everywhere. You won’t even have to heat up the kitchen. I love seeing everyone’s faces light up when those sparkly sprinkles show up at the table. This dessert gets requested so much in my house that folks are talking about it before the holidays even roll around.
Why This Treat Shines
No joke this is how I ditch holiday dessert stress. Make it way early while watching Christmas classics and you’re set. Kids go wild for the crunchy cookies and colorful bits adults are into how it isn’t too sugary. There’s really no way to mess it up so you get more time to hang out and less time stressing in the kitchen.
All the Good Stuff You’ll Need
- Sweet Sprinkles: You’ll want something sparkly for that festive pop.
- Cheesecake Mix: A packet of pudding makes things extra awesome.
- Cool Creaminess: Fluffy whipped topping brings the layers together.
- Cookie Crunch: Go for Oreos or any chocolaty cookies crushed up good.
- Pillowy Cream Cheese: Let it soften so everything blends super smooth.
- Splash of Milk: Cold milk just right for mixing up pudding.
- Powdered Sugar: Brings the perfect sweetness to that cream cheese.
- Butter Magic: Melted butter holds your cookie base tight.
Get Everything Going
- Chill It Out
- Once you’re done with the layers stick it in the fridge for a minimum of four hours or freeze for extra firmness.
- Make It Look Awesome
- Spread on more whipped topping toss extra cookie crumbs and plenty of holiday sprinkles over the top.
- Mix Up the Pudding
- Stir pudding with cold milk let it get thick then spoon it right over the cheesecake layer.
- Toss Together the Creamy Layer
- Blend whipped topping powdered sugar softened cream cheese and sprinkles till it’s super smooth and creamy then layer it over your cookie crust.
- Start with Your Base
- Crush the cookies blend with melted butter and sprinkles then press it all into the bottom of your dish to make the first thick layer.
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Switch Up Your Creation
Feeling creative? Use golden Oreos for a different spin or pick sprinkles for any celebration you like. Try swapping pudding flavors and throwing in chopped nuts for more crunch. If you’re a chocolate person some melted chocolate drizzled right on top is seriously amazing.
Top Tricks for the Best Dessert
Keep everything chilled as you go for those nice sharp layers. Smash your cookies up fine for the crust and skip using too much butter. I always fix it the night before so the flavors mix perfectly and I’m not stressing come party time.
Stay Fresh for Longer
This treat keeps well in the fridge for about three days—just cover it up nice and snug. If you want to make it even earlier it freezes like a champ for a month. I cut mine into bars and keep them in the freezer so a sweet snack is ready whenever the holiday chaos hits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → How long in advance can I prepare this treat?
Make it up to 4 days ahead and stash it in the fridge. If freezing, it'll stay fresh for a month; just let it thaw for an hour before slicing.
- → Why aren't my layers staying neat when I cut it?
Let it chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight is even better. A sharp knife dipped in warm water makes slicing so much easier.
- → Can I swap the Oreos for another flavor or type?
Definitely! Golden, mint, or any seasonal flavor Oreos work perfectly. Keep the vanilla filling to keep the festive look nice and bright.
- → Is using parchment paper absolutely necessary?
No, but it helps big time. It makes lifting out slices so much easier and keeps everything looking clean for your guests.
- → Will fresh whipped cream work for this instead of store-bought?
Homemade whipped cream will taste amazing, but pre-made versions hold their shape longer, especially if prepping in advance.