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Christmas Cookie Lasagna Recipe

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This festive Christmas Cookie Lasagna is a no-bake, layered dessert perfect for holiday gatherings. It features a buttery cookie crust, a creamy cheesecake layer, a rich vanilla pudding layer with a hint of almond, and a luscious whipped topping garnished with crushed cookies and sprinkles. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, it’s an eye-catching addition to any holiday dessert table.

Ingredients

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For the 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 a festive flavor)
  • ½ cup crushed Christmas cookies

For the Topping:

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Crush the cookies for the crust into fine crumbs using a food processor or by hand, then combine with melted butter until evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch dish. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
  2. Make the cheesecake layer: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Fold in the whipped topping or heavy cream gently. Spread this mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
  3. Prepare the pudding layer: In another bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and almond extract until it thickens. Stir in the crushed Christmas cookies, then spread this pudding mixture evenly over the cheesecake layer.
  4. Add the topping: Spread 2 cups of whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer. Garnish with additional crushed cookies, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips for a festive decoration.
  5. Chill to set: Refrigerate the assembled lasagna for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow all layers to set properly before serving.

Notes

  • The almond extract in the pudding layer is optional but adds a nice festive flavor.
  • You can substitute heavy cream with whipped topping in the cheesecake layer for a lighter texture.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing and a smoother cheesecake layer.
  • This dessert should be kept refrigerated and served cold for best texture and flavor.
  • Use crushed Christmas sugar cookies or shortbread cookies for authentic holiday flavor and texture.

Keywords: Christmas cookie lasagna, no-bake dessert, holiday dessert, layered dessert, sugar cookie dessert

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