Christmas Cookie Lasagna Dessert Recipe
Christmas Cookie Lasagna Dessert is a delightful, layered holiday treat combining festive cookies with a creamy, sweet cream cheese and whipped topping mixture. Topped with colorful candy canes, chocolate chips, and sprinkles, this no-bake dessert is perfect for holiday parties and celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (includes chilling time)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Basic Layer Ingredients
- 24–30 holiday cookies (sugar cookies or gingerbread)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups whipped topping
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- 1 cup crushed candy canes
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- Holiday-themed sprinkles
- Crushed nuts (almonds, pecans, or walnuts), optional
Instructions
- Prepare Your Cookie Base: Allow homemade cookies to cool completely or ensure store-bought cookies are fresh. This provides a sturdy and flavorful base for the dessert.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer: In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, making sure there are no lumps. Gently fold in whipped topping until evenly combined to maintain a light texture.
- Layer the Ingredients: Using a 9×13-inch dish, place a layer of cookies at the bottom. Break cookies as needed to fit the dish. Spread half of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cookies. Repeat with another cookie layer and the remaining cream cheese mixture.
- Final Layering: Finish with a top layer of cookies. Cover and chill the dessert in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight to ensure it sets firmly.
- Add the Toppings: Just before serving, decorate the top layer with crushed candy canes, mini chocolate chips, holiday sprinkles, and optional crushed nuts for added texture.
- Slice and Serve: Cut the dessert into squares, place on festive plates, and enjoy this joyful holiday treat with family and friends.
Notes
- For best results, chill the dessert overnight to allow flavors to meld and the layers to set fully.
- You can customize the cookie choice based on your holiday preference or dietary needs.
- Optional nuts add crunch but can be omitted for a nut-free dessert.
- This dessert is best served chilled but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use fresh whipped topping or make your own for a fresher taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 1/12 of recipe)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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