Description
This Shamrock Shake Dessert Lasagna is a festive, no-bake treat perfect for St. Patrick’s Day! With a creamy mint filling layered over a chocolate cookie crust, topped with whipped cream and garnished with festive accents, this dessert is a mint lover’s dream. Easy to assemble and sure to impress, it’s the ultimate celebration dessert for your holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 cups chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos), crushed into crumbs
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
For the Mint Cream Layer:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract (adjust to taste)
- 1–2 drops green food coloring
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
For the Pudding Layer:
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla or white chocolate pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups cold milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1–2 drops green food coloring
For the Topping:
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- ½ cup crushed mint candies, chocolate chips, or sprinkles (for garnish)
Instructions
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Make the Cookie Crust:
- Combine crushed cookies and melted butter in a medium bowl and mix until crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish to form a crust.
- Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to set.
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Prepare the Mint Cream Layer:
- Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add peppermint extract and green food coloring. Fold in whipped topping.
- Spread the mint cream layer evenly over the chilled crust and refrigerate while preparing the next layer.
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Prepare the Pudding Layer:
- Whisk together pudding mix, cold milk, peppermint extract, and food coloring until thickened.
- Spread evenly over the mint cream layer.
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Add the Topping:
- Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pudding layer.
- Garnish with crushed mint candies, chocolate chips, or sprinkles.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Notes
- The dessert works best when prepared ahead of time and allowed to chill for several hours or overnight.
- To ensure the cream cheese layer is smooth, make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing.
- For added freshness and festive flair, you can garnish with green sprinkles or mini shamrock-shaped candies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (or overnight)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
