Dreamy Chocolate Peppermint Lasagna

Category: Sweet Innovations Across Cultures

This Chocolate Peppermint Lasagna needs zero baking and works great for holiday gatherings. It combines a crunchy Oreo base with minty cheesecake filling and deep chocolate pudding layers, finished with a cloud of whipped topping and smashed candy canes. It's super simple to put together, then just let it chill. You can make it the day before your party, and everyone will love it. Always serve it cold for the best taste experience.

Monica
By Monica Monica
Updated on Sun, 04 May 2025 12:55:23 GMT
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My chocolate mint tiered dessert has turned into the must-have treat that always wows everyone at Christmas parties. The combo of smooth mint, chocolatey goodness, and light whipped layers makes a holiday delight that tastes like pure Christmas magic in every spoonful.

I whipped this up for my street's Christmas get-together three years back, and it vanished quicker than all other sweets on display. These days my folks won't let a holiday pass from Thanksgiving to New Year's without me making it.

What You'll Need

  • Oreo cookies: They form the dark chocolatey base go with standard ones not extra filling for better results
  • Unsalted butter: Helps glue the base together and adds a rich taste always grab unsalted to manage saltiness yourself
  • Cream cheese: Gives that tangy creaminess pick the block type not the fluffy kind for right consistency
  • Peppermint extract: Brings that key holiday twist get real extract for genuine flavor
  • Candy canes: Add festive spots and nice crunch try to find classic white and red ones
  • Instant chocolate pudding: Makes the velvety middle part grab a decent brand
  • Whipped topping: Speeds up the making process you can swap in homemade if you want

How To Put It Together

Get Your Base Ready:
Crush whole Oreos until they're fine crumbs then mix with melted butter till everything's damp. Push mix firmly into a 9x13 dish bottom using a measuring cup works great. Cool in fridge or freezer while you make the next part.
Whip Up The Mint Cheese Layer:
Mix soft butter and cream cheese until smooth takes about 2 minutes on medium. Add sugar and flavoring beating until fluffy and mixed well. Carefully fold in whipped topping with a spatula don't overmix or you'll lose the air. Stir in smashed candy cane bits till spread out the mix will turn slightly pink naturally.
Stack The First Parts:
Spread mint cheese mix evenly on the cold Oreo base a flat spatula helps get it smooth. Pop back in freezer for 10-15 minutes this quick cooling helps the next layer go on better.
Fix The Chocolate Middle:
Mix both packs of chocolate pudding with cold milk until it starts to thicken about 2 minutes of strong whisking. Pour and spread on the slightly firm mint layer work fast before pudding sets too much.
Top It Off:
Let pudding part set in fridge about 30 minutes then carefully spread whipped topping over in an even coat. Chill at least 5 hours better yet overnight so flavors blend and layers firm up right.
Last Touches Before Eating:
Right before serving sprinkle leftover crushed candy canes on top the moisture in the topping will make candy melt if added too soon.
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A slice of cake with white frosting and red and white stripes. | flavorsfuse.com

The bits of candy cane give a nice crunch against the soft layers while sending mint flavor through the whole dessert. I really like how the mint cheese layer turns naturally pink when the candy canes slightly melt into it makes everything look extra festive without adding food coloring.

Change It Up

You can easily tweak this dessert to match what you like. Want stronger mint? Go up to 1½ teaspoons of extract. Prefer just a hint? Drop down to ½ teaspoon. What's great about this recipe is you can play with it while keeping that holiday taste everyone loves.

Keeping It Fresh

This treat stays good in your fridge for up to 4 days, so you can make it well before your busy holiday gatherings. Wrap it tight with plastic to keep other food smells away. For the best look, wait to add the candy cane sprinkles until you're ready to serve it.

Ways To Dish It Up

Put this fun dessert on your holiday sweet table next to hot cocoa or coffee. To make it extra fancy, place a tiny candy cane or chocolate mint on each slice. The mix of cold dessert with a warm drink makes for the perfect winter treat combo.

Where These Stacked Sweets Come From

Layered desserts got big in American homes during the 70s when easy foods like instant pudding and ready-made cookie crusts became common. This new version mixes those nostalgic layers with the classic holiday mint flavor. We call it "lasagna" after the Italian food with its many stacked layers, applied here to our sweet version with its distinct tier look.

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A slice of cake with white frosting and red and white sprinkles. | flavorsfuse.com

FAQs About the Recipe

→ How do I make the Oreo crust?

Smash 36 whole Oreos in your food processor, mix them with melted butter, then press the mixture into your 9x13-inch pan. Stick it in your fridge or freezer until it hardens.

→ Can I use fresh whipped cream instead of Cool Whip?

Sure thing, homemade whipped cream works too, but keep in mind it might feel a bit different than the store-bought stuff.

→ How do I crush candy canes for the layers?

Take your candy canes out of their wrappers, put them in a plastic bag, and smack them with a rolling pin until they break into small chunks.

→ Can this be prepared ahead of time?

You bet. Make the whole thing a day early and keep it cold in your fridge. Just wait to sprinkle those candy cane bits on top until you're ready to serve so they don't get soggy.

→ How long does the dessert need to chill?

Let it sit in the fridge for at least 5 hours or leave it overnight so all those tasty layers can firm up right.

Choco Mint Layer Treat

Cool no-bake sweet with chocolatey bits, mint flavor, and smooth layers.

Prep Time
20 min
Cooking Time
~
Total Time
20 min
By Monica: Monica

Category: Hybrid Desserts

Skill Level: Beginner-Friendly

Cuisine Style: American

Yield: One 9 x 13-inch pan

Dietary Preferences: Vegetarian

What You'll Need

→ Oreo Base

01 36 Oreo sandwich cookies
02 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter

→ Minty Cream Layer

03 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
04 12 oz softened cream cheese
05 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
06 1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
07 1 teaspoon mint flavoring
08 1 1/2 cups firm whipped topping
09 1/2 cup smashed candy canes

→ Chocolate Middle

10 2 boxes (3.9 oz each) quick-set chocolate pudding
11 2 3/4 cups full-fat milk

→ Finishing Touch

12 2 1/2 cups whipped topping
13 1/4 cup broken candy canes

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 01

Blitz whole Oreos with their filling in a food processor. Mix in the melted butter until everything looks damp. Push this mix into your 9 x 13-inch pan and stick it in the fridge or freezer to harden.

Step 02

Take your candy canes, remove the wrappers and put them in a plastic bag. Smash them into small bits with your rolling pin.

Step 03

Mix the soft butter, cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and both flavorings until they're smooth. Gently mix in the whipped topping, making sure to scrape down the sides. Add the candy cane pieces and blend. Spread over your cold cookie base and pop back in the freezer for 10-15 minutes.

Step 04

Stir the chocolate pudding mixes with your milk until it gets thick. Put this over your mint layer. Let it sit in the fridge until firm.

Step 05

Cover everything with your whipped topping. Let it chill at least 5 hours, but overnight works better. Just before you serve it, scatter candy cane bits on top.

Essential Tools

  • Blender or food processor
  • Heavy roller
  • Baking dish (9 x 13-inch)

Allergy Information

Review each ingredient for possible allergens and consult a healthcare professional if you're unsure.
  • Dairy products included
  • Contains wheat gluten

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

This info is for reference purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice.
  • Calories: 420
  • Fats: 20 g
  • Carbohydrates: 55 g
  • Proteins: 5 g