No-Bake Christmas Cookie Lasagna

Instructions

1. Finely crush the sugar cookies in a food processor or by placing them in a large Ziploc bag and crushing with a rolling pin until fine crumbs are formed. In a medium bowl, combine the crushed cookies and melted butter, mixing until well incorporated. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish to create the crust.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and instant vanilla pudding mix for 2 minutes, or until thickened. Let stand for 5 minutes.
4. Gently fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
5. Spread half of the cream cheese pudding mixture evenly over the cookie crust in the baking dish.
6. In a clean bowl, combine 1.5 cups of the thawed whipped topping with 1/2 cup of Christmas sprinkles. Gently fold to distribute the sprinkles.
7. Spread the sprinkle-infused whipped topping evenly over the cream cheese pudding layer.
8. Top with the remaining half of the cream cheese pudding mixture.
9. Spread the remaining whipped topping (plain, without sprinkles) over the top layer. Garnish with additional Christmas sprinkles.
10. Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the lasagna to set and flavors to meld before serving.

Tips

• For easier cutting, chill your Christmas Cookie Lasagna thoroughly. A sharp knife wiped clean between slices will give you neat portions.
• If you don't have a food processor, a heavy-duty Ziploc bag and a rolling pin work perfectly for crushing cookies. Just ensure the crumbs are fine for a cohesive crust.
• Vary the flavor! Use peppermint extract instead of vanilla in the cream cheese layer for a minty twist, or substitute chocolate pudding mix for vanilla.
• Make ahead magic: This dessert is ideal for preparing the day before your event, as it allows the layers to set beautifully and flavors to deepen overnight.
• Get creative with garnishes! Besides sprinkles, consider a drizzle of chocolate sauce, a dusting of cocoa powder, or even a few miniature candy canes for extra festive flair.