Festive Christmas Cookie Lasagna Recipe
Festive Christmas Cookie Lasagna is a delightful no-bake holiday dessert featuring layers of chocolate chip cookies, a creamy mixture of cream cheese and whipped cream, caramel sauce, and crushed peppermint candies. This easy-to-assemble treat combines classic festive flavors and textures into a visually stunning lasagna-style dessert that’s perfect for Christmas parties and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies
- 2 packs of chocolate chip cookies (or your favorite holiday-themed cookies)
Cream Mixture
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (about 14 oz)
- 2 cups whipped cream or heavy cream, whipped
Toppings and Garnishes
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
- Optional: chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or holiday-themed candies for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk. Beat the mixture until it is smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped cream until everything is well incorporated to create a luscious cream layer for the dessert.
- Assemble the First Layer of Cookies: Arrange a single layer of cookies at the bottom of a rectangular dish or clear trifle bowl. Spread a generous layer of the cream mixture evenly over the cookies to begin building your lasagna layers.
- Add Caramel and Peppermint Layers: Drizzle a layer of caramel sauce over the cream. Then sprinkle crushed peppermint candies or candy canes on top to add festive flavor and a bit of crunch.
- Repeat the Layers: Continue layering the cookies, cream mixture, caramel sauce, and crushed peppermint candies in the same order until all ingredients are used. Finish with a final layer of whipped cream on top.
- Decorate and Chill: Decorate the top with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or extra peppermint candies for a visually exciting finish. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly.
Notes
- This is a no-bake dessert, so chilling time is essential for the layers to set and meld flavors.
- Use holiday-themed cookies to enhance the festive spirit and flavor variation.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract to the cream mixture before folding in the whipped cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for best texture and freshness.
- You can freeze individual portions for up to one month; thaw thoroughly before serving.
- Feel free to use alternative toppings such as crushed nuts or white chocolate chips for additional texture.
Keywords: Christmas cookie lasagna, no bake dessert, holiday dessert, layered dessert, creamy holiday treat, festive dessert recipe
