Description
This cheerful no-bake dessert layers crushed Oreos, fluffy cream cheese filling, and smooth vanilla pudding into one festive, sliceable treat. It’s rich without being heavy, easy to assemble, and a guaranteed hit for holiday parties, potlucks, or cozy nights at home.
Ingredients
- 1 family-size package (15.35 oz) Oreo cookies, classic or holiday-style
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, brought to room temperature
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
- ½ cup crushed peppermint candies or mini M&Ms for topping
- Red and green sprinkles, optional
- Extra whole Oreos for decorating the top
Instructions
1. Build the Oreo base
Place most of the Oreos into a food processor and blend until fine crumbs form, saving a few cookies for garnish. Stir the crumbs together with melted butter until evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish, creating an even layer. Set aside.
2. Prepare the creamy filling
Beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and lump-free. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with vanilla until it holds stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy. Spread evenly over the Oreo crust.
3. Mix the pudding layer
Whisk the pudding mix and milk together until smooth. Allow it to sit for a couple of minutes so it thickens slightly, then carefully spread it over the cream cheese layer.
4. Add marshmallows (optional)
If using, scatter mini marshmallows evenly across the pudding layer for added texture and sweetness.
5. Chill until set
Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until the layers are firm and slice cleanly.
6. Decorate and serve
Just before serving, sprinkle crushed peppermint candies, festive sprinkles, and reserved Oreo cookies over the top. Cut into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- Tips & Notes
- Room-temperature cream cheese blends much more smoothly—don’t skip this step.
- Feel free to swap toppings with your favorite holiday candies.
- This dessert can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance, making it perfect for stress-free entertaining.