Chocolate Lasagna Heavenly No-Bake Dessert Recipe

Ingredients

• 15 oz Oreo cookies, finely crushed
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cups cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
• 1 cup chocolate pudding mix
• 2.75 cups milk
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 0 none Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter. Mix until well-blended. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish to create a crust layer. Chill in the fridge for about 10 minutes to set.
2. Cream Cheese Layer: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until combined and creamy. Fold in 2 cups of the whipped topping gently until the mixture is smooth. Spread this cream cheese layer over the chilled Oreo crust.
3. Chocolate Pudding Layer: In a separate bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and 2 ¾ cups of milk for about 2 minutes until it thickens. Carefully spread this layer over the cream cheese layer in the baking dish.
4. Final Whipped Layer: Spread the remaining whipped topping over the chocolate pudding layer evenly, smoothing it out with a spatula.
5. Chill and Set: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible, to allow the layers to set properly.
6. Garnish: Before serving, sprinkle the top with cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for an elegant touch. Slice into squares and serve chilled.