Description

The Festive Christmas Dessert Lasagna is a vibrant, no-bake treat layered with holiday colors and flavors. This dessert combines a buttery red shortbread cookie crust, a creamy peppermint cheesecake layer, a sweet green pudding layer, and fluffy Cool Whip. Topped with festive garnishes like mini marshmallows, sprinkles, and M&Ms, it’s a Christmas showstopper that everyone will love. Perfect for parties or cozy family gatherings, this dessert is as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

For the Shortbread Cookie Layer:

3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Red food coloring (a few drops)

For the Peppermint Cheesecake Layer:

1 cup powdered sugar
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups Cool Whip, thawed
1 teaspoon peppermint extract

For the Pudding Layer:

Two 3.9 oz boxes white chocolate instant pudding mix
3 cups milk
Green food coloring (a few drops)

For the Topping:

1 1/2 cups Cool Whip, thawed

For the Garnish:

2 cups mini marshmallows
Red and green sprinkles
Red and green M&M candies

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Shortbread Cookie Layer:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add the flour, cocoa powder, and salt, mixing until fully combined.
Add a few drops of red food coloring and mix until evenly colored.
Press the dough into the prepared baking dish to form a thin, even layer.
Bake for 15–18 minutes or until firm. Let the crust cool completely.

2. Make the Peppermint Cheesecake Layer:

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until creamy.
Add the peppermint extract and fold in the Cool Whip until smooth.
Spread the peppermint cheesecake mixture evenly over the cooled shortbread crust.

3. Prepare the Pudding Layer:

In a bowl, whisk together the white chocolate pudding mix and milk until smooth.
Add green food coloring and whisk until evenly colored.
Allow the pudding to set for a few minutes, then spread it over the peppermint cheesecake layer.

4. Add the Cool Whip Topping:

Spread 1 1/2 cups of Cool Whip evenly over the pudding layer, creating a smooth finish.

5. Garnish the Lasagna:

Scatter mini marshmallows over the Cool Whip layer.
Sprinkle red and green sprinkles on top.
Add red and green M&Ms for a final festive touch.

6. Chill and Serve:

Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the layers to set.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy the layers of flavor and holiday cheer!

Notes

Color Vibrancy: Use gel food coloring for bolder colors without affecting the texture.
Chill Time: For cleaner slices, let the dessert chill overnight.
Make Ahead: This dessert can be made a day in advance, making it perfect for holiday parties.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American