Description
Make-Ahead No-Bake Christmas Cookie Lush is a festive layered dessert made with crushed cookies, creamy cheesecake pudding, whipped topping, and colorful holiday sprinkles. It’s rich, fluffy, and perfect for holiday gatherings — no oven required!
Ingredients
- 36 Christmas or regular Oreo cookies (crushed, divided)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip), divided
- 2 (3.4 oz) boxes instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed holiday cookies or shortbread (for topping)
- 1/4 cup red and green sprinkles (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine 24 crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter. Mix until well coated and press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish to form the crust. Refrigerate while preparing the layers.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping. Spread evenly over the chilled crust.
- In another bowl, whisk pudding mixes, cold milk, and vanilla extract for 2 minutes until thickened. Spread pudding over the cream cheese layer.
- Top with remaining whipped topping and smooth with a spatula.
- Sprinkle with remaining crushed cookies and festive sprinkles for decoration.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
- Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- Can be made up to 2 days in advance — store covered in the refrigerator.
- For extra holiday flavor, use peppermint Oreos or gingerbread cookies.
- Substitute chocolate pudding for vanilla if you prefer a richer taste.
- Freeze for 30 minutes before serving for a firmer texture.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American