No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush: Festive Layers

No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush layers crushed vanilla Oreo cookies, creamy cheesecake, pudding, and whipped topping with festive sprinkles for holiday magic. This chill-only dessert serves 12 in a 9×13 pan and preps in 30 minutes plus 4-hour set time.

Why This Recipe Works

Vanilla sandwich cookies create buttery crunch without baking. Cream cheese layer delivers tangy richness. Instant pudding sets firm yet creamy texture. Whipped topping keeps it light and airy. Holiday sprinkles add instant festive appeal.

Ingredients & Prep

Crust & Topping:

  • 48 vanilla Oreo cookies, divided
  • 6 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 tbsp holiday sprinkles, divided

Cheesecake Layer:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • 8 oz whipped topping, divided

Pudding Layer:

  • 3.4 oz cheesecake instant pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 tbsp holiday sprinkles

Step-by-Step Instructions

No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush
  1. Crush 36 cookies into fine crumbs; mix with melted butter and ½ tbsp sprinkles. Press into 9×13 dish.
  2. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and peppermint until smooth. Fold in 8 oz whipped topping and ½ tbsp sprinkles; spread over crust.
  3. Whisk pudding mix and milk 2 minutes until thick; stir in ½ tbsp sprinkles. Spread over cheesecake layer.
  4. Top with remaining 8 oz whipped topping. Crush last 12 cookies; sprinkle over top with final sprinkles.
  5. Chill 4+ hours or freeze for firmer slices.

Flavor Variations

VariationKey Add/SwapResulting Twist
ChocolateChocolate cookies & puddingDecadent cocoa
PeppermintExtra extract + crushed candyMinty holiday cheer
FruitBerry pudding mixFresh summer twist
NuttyChopped pecans in crustCrunchy richness

Storage Tips

Refrigerate airtight up to 5 days. Freeze slices up to 1 month; thaw before serving.

FAQs

Lumpy cream cheese?
Soften fully at room temp first.

Pudding runny?
Chill milk beforehand; whisk vigorously.

Too sweet?
Reduce powdered sugar to ¾ cup.

Conclusion

No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush dazzles with festive layers holiday crowd-pleaser.

Print

A festive no-bake Christmas Cookie Lush dessert made with an Oreo cookie crust, creamy cheesecake layer, fluffy vanilla pudding, and colorful holiday sprinkles. Easy, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for the holidays.

  • Author: ssam
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 20 mins
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale
  • 36 Golden Oreos or vanilla sandwich cookies
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping, divided
  • 2 (3.4 oz) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • 1/2 cup red and green holiday sprinkles
  • Crushed cookies or white chocolate shavings (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  • 1. Crush cookies into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter.
  • 2. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish. Chill 15 minutes.
  • 3. Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping.
  • 4. Spread cream cheese layer evenly over the crust.
  • 5. Whisk pudding mix with cold milk until thickened.
  • 6. Spread pudding layer over cream cheese layer.
  • 7. Top with remaining whipped topping.
  • 8. Sprinkle with holiday sprinkles and crushed cookies.
  • 9. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

  • Use chocolate Oreos for a chocolate version.
  • Add crushed peppermint for a minty holiday twist.
  • Best made the night before for clean slices.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 310mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: no bake christmas dessert, cookie lush, holiday lush dessert

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