Christmas Cookie Lasagna Recipe

ByThomas Greene
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Introduction

Christmas Cookie Lasagna is a festive and fun layered dessert that combines the flavors of sugar cookies, creamy cheesecake, and vanilla pudding. It’s an easy no-bake treat perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion.

The image shows a rectangular glass dish filled with a festive layered dessert. The top layer is white whipped cream piped in small swirls, covered with crumbled golden cookie pieces, broken candy cane pieces with red and white stripes, and colorful round green and pink candy pieces. Sprinkles in red, green, pink, and white are scattered across the surface, with some small brown bits adding texture. The dessert is placed on a wooden board, set against a white marbled surface with Christmas decorations softly lit in the background, creating a warm, holiday feeling. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 24 Christmas sugar cookies (or shortbread cookies)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream or whipped topping
  • 1 package (3.4 oz / 96g) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 ½ cups (360ml) cold milk
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • ½ cup crushed Christmas cookies
  • 2 cups whipped topping
  • Crushed Christmas cookies, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips for decoration

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Crush the cookies for the crust into fine crumbs using a food processor or by hand.
  2. Step 2: Combine the crushed cookies with melted butter until evenly moistened.
  3. Step 3: Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch dish.
  4. Step 4: Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
  5. Step 5: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  6. Step 6: Fold in the whipped topping or heavy cream until well combined.
  7. Step 7: Spread the cheesecake layer evenly over the chilled crust.
  8. Step 8: In another bowl, whisk together the pudding mix, cold milk, and almond extract until thickened.
  9. Step 9: Stir in the crushed Christmas cookies and spread this pudding layer over the cheesecake layer.
  10. Step 10: Top with 2 cups of whipped topping, spreading it evenly over the pudding layer.
  11. Step 11: Garnish with crushed cookies, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips for a festive touch.
  12. Step 12: Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the layers to set before serving.

Tips & Variations

  • Use festive cookie varieties or add a pinch of cinnamon to the crust for extra holiday flavor.
  • Substitute the almond extract with peppermint extract for a minty twist.
  • For a lighter option, use light cream cheese and low-fat pudding mix.
  • Try layering with crushed candy canes for added crunch and color.

Storage

Store the Christmas Cookie Lasagna covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep it chilled until ready to serve to maintain the texture of the layers. If needed, let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving for easier slicing.

How to Serve

A clear glass rectangular dish filled with a layered dessert sits on a white marbled surface. The top visible layer is white whipped cream dolloped generously across the surface, decorated with colorful red, green, and pink round sprinkles, thin candy cane pieces with red and white stripes, and light brown cookie crumbs scattered unevenly. There are also cream-colored star-shaped cookie pieces and small swirls of whipped cream adding texture and height to the dessert. The scene is warm with soft holiday lights and pine decorations blurred in the background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dessert ahead of time?

Yes, this dessert is best made at least 4 hours ahead or the night before to allow the layers to set and the flavors to meld.

Can I use homemade cookies instead of store-bought?

Absolutely! Homemade sugar or shortbread cookies work perfectly. Just be sure they are firm enough to create a sturdy crust and pudding layer.

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Christmas Cookie Lasagna Recipe

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  • Author: Thomas
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

Christmas Cookie Lasagna is a delightful layered dessert featuring a festive sugar cookie crust, creamy cheesecake layer, smooth vanilla pudding, and topped with whipped cream and colorful decorations. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this no-bake treat combines textures and flavors reminiscent of classic Christmas cookies in a visually appealing and easy-to-make dish.

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 into fine crumbs using a food processor or by hand. Mix the crumbs evenly with melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch dish, then chill it in the refrigerator while you make the filling.
  2. Make the Cheesecake Layer: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the heavy cream or whipped topping, then spread this mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
  3. Prepare the Pudding Layer: Whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and optional almond extract until the pudding thickens. Stir in the crushed Christmas cookies, then spread this pudding layer evenly over the cheesecake layer in the dish.
  4. Add the Topping and Garnish: Spread 2 cups of whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer. Decorate the top with crushed Christmas cookies, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips according to your preference.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow all layers to set firmly before serving.

Notes

  • This dessert is best made a day ahead to ensure layers set nicely.
  • You can substitute regular sugar cookies with gluten-free cookies if desired.
  • For a lighter option, use whipped topping instead of heavy cream.
  • The almond extract adds a subtle festive touch but can be omitted if preferred.
  • Use an 8×8-inch dish for the ideal thickness of layers.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Christmas dessert, no bake dessert, layered dessert, sugar cookies, cheesecake, pudding

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