Dessert

Christmas Cookie Lasagna Recipe

ByElara Stone December 4, 2025December 4, 2025

Introduction

Christmas Cookie Lasagna is a festive, no-bake dessert that layers creamy cheesecake, pudding, and holiday cookies for a delightful treat. Its combination of textures and flavors makes it perfect for sharing during the holiday season.

A clear rectangular glass dish filled with a festive layered dessert, showing three visible layers: the bottom layer is a smooth, creamy beige, the middle layer is white whipped cream with piped swirls around the edge, and the top is covered in a mix of crushed gingerbread cookies, red and white candy cane pieces, and colorful round and rod-shaped sprinkles in red, green, and pink. Scattered on top are also small star-shaped cereal flakes, creating a textured appearance. The dish sits on a white marbled surface with soft warm holiday lights and red Christmas ornaments and pine cones blurred in the background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

24 Christmas sugar cookies (or shortbread cookies)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup (240ml) heavy cream or whipped topping
1 package (3.4 oz / 96g) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 ½ cups (360ml) cold milk
½ teaspoon almond extract (optional for a festive flavor)
½ cup crushed Christmas cookies
2 cups whipped topping
Crushed Christmas cookies, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips for decoration

Instructions

Step 1: Crush the cookies for the crust into fine crumbs using a food processor or by hand.
Step 2: Combine the crushed cookies with melted butter until evenly moistened.
Step 3: Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch dish.
Step 4: Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
Step 5: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
Step 6: Fold in the whipped topping or heavy cream gently to combine.
Step 7: Spread this cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
Step 8: In another bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and almond extract until thickened.
Step 9: Stir in the crushed cookies and spread the pudding layer evenly over the cheesecake layer.
Step 10: Top with the remaining whipped topping, spreading it evenly over the pudding layer.
Step 11: Garnish with additional crushed cookies, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips.
Step 12: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the layers to set before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, substitute almond extract with peppermint extract for a minty twist.
Use gluten-free cookies to make the dessert gluten-free.
Adding a layer of crushed candy canes can add crunch and festive flavor.
Make individual servings by assembling the layers in small glasses or jars.

Storage

Store the Christmas Cookie Lasagna covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It is best served chilled. If needed, let it sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before serving to soften slightly.

How to Serve

A rectangular glass dish filled with several layers starting from a base of creamy white whipped cream, topped with a thick layer of crushed light brown cookie pieces and small red-and-white striped candy canes, scattered green and red round sprinkles, and tiny multicolored sprinkles adding bright pops of color. The top layer has decorative white whipped cream swirls evenly spaced around the edges, with more crushed cookies and candy cane bits spread over the entire surface. The dish is placed on a wooden table surrounded by Christmas decorations like pine cones, red baubles, and glowing warm lights, all on a white marbled texture background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of cookies?

Yes, you can substitute Christmas sugar cookies with shortbread, gingerbread, or even chocolate cookies depending on your flavor preference.

Do I need to use instant pudding mix?

Instant pudding mix sets quickly and provides the perfect texture, but you can use homemade pudding if you prefer. Just ensure it is thick enough before layering.