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Easy Christmas Cookie Lasagna Recipe

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This Easy Christmas Cookie Lasagna is a festive, no-bake layered dessert featuring a crunchy cookie crust, creamy cheesecake filling, vanilla pudding layer with crushed cookies, and topped with whipped cream and holiday sprinkles. Perfect for Christmas gatherings, it combines sweet flavors and festive textures in a simple, make-ahead treat.

Ingredients

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For the Cookie Crust:

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

For the 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

For the Pudding Layer:

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

For the Topping:

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

Instructions

  1. Make the Cookie Crust: Crush the Christmas cookies into fine crumbs and combine them with melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch dish and chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
  2. Prepare the Cheesecake Layer: Beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and silky. Gently fold in the whipped topping or heavy cream, then spread this mixture evenly over the chilled cookie crust.
  3. Make the Pudding Layer: In a separate bowl, whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk and almond extract (if using) for 1 to 2 minutes until thickened. Stir in the crushed Christmas cookies, then spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cheesecake layer.
  4. Add the Whipped Topping: Smooth the whipped topping over the pudding layer. Decorate with crushed Christmas cookies, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips for extra festive flair.
  5. Chill the Dessert: Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow the layers to set perfectly. Slice into squares and serve chilled for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use cold milk for the pudding mix to ensure it thickens properly and holds its shape.
  • Fully soften the cream cheese before mixing to avoid lumps in the cheesecake layer.
  • For a peppermint twist, substitute almond extract with peppermint extract.
  • Use red and green sugar cookies or holiday-themed Oreos for added festive color.
  • Chilling overnight produces cleaner, neater slices.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: Christmas dessert, no-bake dessert, cookie lasagna, holiday dessert, layered dessert, cheesecake layer, instant pudding, festive dessert

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