Description
This Easy No Bake Oreo Dessert is a crowd-pleasing classic often known as “Oreo Lasagna” or “Chocolate Delight.” Featuring four distinct layers a crunchy cookie crust, a sweet cream cheese layer, a rich chocolate pudding center, and a fluffy whipped topping it is a chocolate lover’s dream come true. With its cool, creamy texture and decadent layers, this dessert is perfect for potlucks, holidays, or any time you need a sweet treat without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
The Crust
- 32 Oreo cookies (regular, not Double Stuf)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
The Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed (from the 8 oz container)
The Chocolate Pudding Layer
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) Instant Chocolate Pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 10–12 Oreo cookies, crushed into small chunks
The Topping
- Remaining whipped topping (from the 8 oz container)
- Extra crushed Oreos (for garnish)
Instructions
Make the Crust
Crush the 32 Oreos into fine crumbs using a food processor or a zip-top bag and rolling pin. Combine the crumbs with the melted butter until fully coated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Refrigerate while preparing the next layer.
Cream Cheese Layer
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until smooth. Gently fold in 1 cup of the thawed whipped topping until combined. Spread this mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
Pudding Layer
In a medium bowl, whisk together the two boxes of instant pudding mix and the 3 cups of cold milk. Whisk for about 2 minutes until it begins to thicken. Stir in the 10–12 roughly crushed Oreos. Let it sit for 2–3 minutes to set slightly, then spread carefully over the cream cheese layer.
Top and Chill
Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pudding layer.
Set
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to allow the layers to firm up.
Serve
Just before serving, sprinkle with additional crushed Oreos. Slice into squares and enjoy cold.
Notes
Layering Tip: When adding a new layer (like the pudding or the final Cool Whip), drop spoonfuls of the mixture all over the previous layer rather than dumping it all in the middle. This makes it easier to spread gently with a spatula without dragging the layer underneath and mixing them up.
Instant Only: You must use Instant pudding mix. The “Cook & Serve” variety will not set properly with cold milk in this recipe.
Thaw First: Ensure your Cool Whip is fully thawed in the fridge before starting. If frozen, it won’t fold into the cheese or spread easily.
Clean Cuts: For beautiful bakery-style slices, wipe your knife with a clean paper towel between every cut.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake / Layering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Square (approx. 1/15 of pan)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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