No-Bake Christmas Lasagna Dessert: A Festive Peppermint White Chocolate Delight
Experience the magic of the holidays with this sensational Christmas Lasagna Dessert Recipe – a rich, creamy, and beautifully layered festive dessert guaranteed to be the star of all your holiday gatherings.
Following the incredible success of my Lemon Lasagna Dessert Recipe this past summer, which quickly became a fan favorite, I’m thrilled to introduce its festive counterpart: the Christmas Lasagna! This delightful dessert takes the beloved no-bake lasagna concept and infuses it with all the joyful flavors and vibrant colors of the holiday season.
Imagine layers of luscious peppermint and decadent white chocolate pudding, perfectly set atop a crunchy cookie crust, all crowned with airy whipped cream and a sprinkle of festive M&M’s. This isn’t just a dessert; it’s a celebration in every spoonful. Best of all, it’s an incredibly easy no-bake recipe that can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to relax and enjoy the holiday festivities without last-minute kitchen stress.
Crafting Your Perfect Christmas Lasagna: Flavor and Color Choices
The beauty of this Christmas Lasagna dessert lies in its versatility. While I’ve chosen Golden Oreos for a classic, buttery crust that complements the creamy fillings, your options are truly limitless. If you’re aiming for an extra pop of red right from the base, consider a red velvet brownie crust for a richer, cake-like texture, or even crushed red velvet cookies. The key is to create a sturdy foundation that can hold the delicious layers above.
Rather than a red base, I decided to infuse the vibrant holiday colors into the creamy layers themselves. This allows for a stunning visual effect with each slice. The first primary layer of this festive lasagna features a luxurious white chocolate pudding. To enhance its richness and create a thicker, more stable consistency, I gently folded in a portion of freshly whipped cream. This simple step elevates the texture, making it incredibly smooth and decadent.
Next comes the invigorating green layer, a delightful vanilla pudding generously flavored with bright peppermint extract. Just like the red layer, it’s made wonderfully light and creamy by folding in whipped cream, ensuring a perfectly smooth and melt-in-your-mouth experience. This peppermint-infused green layer is incredibly simple to prepare, yet it delivers a burst of classic holiday flavor that truly defines the Christmas spirit. Finally, we crown this magnificent dessert with yet another generous layer of pure white whipped cream, reminiscent of freshly fallen snow. To complete the festive look, I adorned it with mini red and green M&M’s, but feel free to get creative with any holiday sprinkles or crushed candy canes you might have on hand.
For me, Christmas desserts are almost synonymous with peppermint. The refreshing, cool flavor adds an unmistakable holiday cheer, which is why it was absolutely essential to include it in this recipe. If you’re as big a fan of peppermint as I am, you’ll also adore my Peppermint Chocolate Cheesecake – it’s further proof of my dedication to this seasonal favorite!
Tips for Perfect Whipped Cream and Holiday Prep
While the recipe specifies homemade whipped cream, which is incredibly simple to make – just whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until thick and dreamy – don’t hesitate to use Cool Whip for an even quicker and easier preparation. Both options yield fantastic results, so choose what best suits your schedule and preference. For homemade whipped cream, ensure your heavy cream is very cold, and for best results, chill your mixing bowl and whisk attachment for 10-15 minutes before whipping. This helps achieve those perfect stiff peaks that make the layers so luxurious.
The holiday season often feels dominated by an endless parade of cookies, and while I adore them – especially my Peanut Butter Cup Blossom Cookies – I firmly believe this show-stopping Christmas Lasagna deserves a place of honor on your holiday dessert table. The vibrant, distinct layers are not just delicious but also incredibly beautiful, making every guest feel truly impressed.
Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner party, throwing a grand Christmas celebration, or simply seeking a unique and festive dessert to treat your family, this Christmas Lasagna dessert recipe is the ideal choice. Its no-bake nature means you can whip it up days in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully and freeing you up for other holiday preparations. It’s the ultimate make-ahead holiday dessert, designed to bring joy and festive cheer to any occasion.
Christmas Lasagna
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Equipment
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13×9 Baking Dish
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Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer
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GIR Spatula
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 package Golden Oreo’s
- 5 Tablespoons butter, melted
Red Layer
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 Tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 packages instant white chocolate pudding, 3.4 oz each
- 3 cups milk
- 7-8 drops red food coloring
Green layer
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 Tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 packages instant vanilla pudding mix, 3.4 oz each
- 3 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 7-8 drops green food coloring
Topping
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 Tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Mini M&M’s
Instructions
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Mix together melted butter and Oreo crumbs. Press into a 13×9 inch baking dish. Place in fridge until ready to use.
To make Red Layer
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Using an electric mixer beat heavy cream until soft peaks. Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat until stiff peaks.
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In a separate bowl whisk together pudding and milk until it starts to thicken. Let stand for 5 minutes.
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Add drops of red food coloring. Fold in whipped cream. Spread over crust.
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Set in fridge until ready for the next layer.
To make the Green Layer
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Using an electric mixer beat heavy cream until soft peaks. Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat until stiff peaks.
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In a separate bowl whisk together pudding, milk, and peppermint extract until it starts to thicken. Let stand for 5 minutes.
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Add drops of green food coloring. Fold in whipped cream. Spread over red layer.
To make the Topping
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Using an electric mixer beat heavy cream until soft peaks. Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat until stiff peaks.
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Spread over green layer. Sprinkle with M&M’s.
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Place in fridge for 4-5 hours to completely set up before serving.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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