Chocolate lasagna is a rich and decadent dessert that features layers of chocolate, cream cheese, whipped cream, and Oreo cookies. It is a no-bake dessert, which means it's easy to prepare and perfect for those who don't want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. The dessert is served chilled, and it's perfect for parties, potlucks, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests with a delicious and beautiful dessert.
How To Make
To make chocolate lasagna, start by crushing Oreo cookies and mixing them with melted butter. Spread the cookie mixture evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish and press it down to form a crust.
In a separate bowl, mix together softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in some whipped cream and spread the mixture over the Oreo crust.
In another bowl, prepare a chocolate pudding according to the package instructions. Spread the pudding over the cream cheese layer.
Add another layer of whipped cream on top of the chocolate pudding layer. Finally, sprinkle the top with grated chocolate or more crushed Oreo cookies.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill the dessert in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the layers to set.
Once the chocolate lasagna is chilled and set, cut it into squares and serve. This dessert is sure to be a crowd-pleaser and is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth!
Here are some tips and variations for making chocolate lasagna:
Tips:
Use a food processor to crush the Oreo cookies quickly and easily. Alternatively, place the cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
To make the cream cheese layer smooth and free of lumps, make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing it with powdered sugar and whipped cream.
Chill the mixing bowl and beaters in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before making the whipped cream to help the cream whip up faster and hold its shape better.
For a variation in texture, mix some chopped nuts, such as almonds or walnuts, into the Oreo cookie crust.
Top the finished dessert with additional whipped cream and fresh berries, such as strawberries or raspberries.
Variations:
Use different flavors of Oreo cookies, such as mint, peanut butter, or red velvet, to change the flavor profile of the dessert.
Substitute the chocolate pudding layer with a layer of caramel, butterscotch, or white chocolate pudding.
Add a layer of sliced bananas, strawberries, or other fruits on top of the cream cheese layer for a fruity twist on the dessert.
Add a layer of salted caramel sauce between the chocolate pudding and whipped cream layers for a salted caramel chocolate lasagna.
Make a gluten-free version of the dessert by using gluten-free Oreo cookies and a gluten-free chocolate pudding mix.
Ingredients:
- 1 package of Oreo cookies
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 (8-ounce) package of cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 (12-ounce) container of whipped cream
- 2 (3.9-ounce) packages of instant chocolate pudding
- 3 1/4 cups cold milk
- Grated chocolate, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a ziplock bag and crushing them with a rolling pin. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cookie crumbs for garnish, and mix the rest with the melted butter until well combined.
Press the cookie mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish, using the bottom of a flat measuring cup to smooth it out and press it firmly. Chill the crust in the fridge for 10 twinkles.
n a mixing coliseum, beat the softened cream rubbish until smooth. Add the sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk, and mix until well combined.
Fold in one container of whipped cream (about 2 cups), and mix until the mixture is light and fluffy. Spread the cream rubbish admixture over the stupefied Oreo crust.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and 3 1/4 cups of cold milk. Whisk for 2 minutes until the pudding is thickened and creamy.
Spread the chocolate pudding over the cream cheese layer, then top with the remaining container of whipped cream.
Sprinkle the reserved cookie crumbs and grated chocolate on top of the whipped cream layer.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the layers to set.
Cut the chocolate lasagna into squares and serve chilled.
Enjoy your delicious and easy-to-make chocolate lasagna!