Description
Dive into the festive spirit with this delightful Christmas Lasagna! Unlike any traditional lasagna, this sweet version layers shortbread, peppermint cheesecake, and a luscious pudding to create a dessert that’s as festive as it is delicious. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this treat is sure to enchant your guests with its cheerful colors and irresistible flavors.
Ingredients
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- Shortbread Cookie Layer:
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Red food coloring
- Peppermint Cheesecake Layer:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cup Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Pudding Layer:
- 2 x 3.9 oz. boxes white chocolate instant pudding
- 3 cups milk
- Green food coloring
- Topping:
- 1 ½ cups Cool Whip
- Garnish:
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- Red and green sprinkles
- M&M candies
Instructions
- Prepare the Shortbread Layer: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Mix in flour, cocoa, and salt; add red food coloring. Press into a 9×13 inch dish and bake for 15-20 minutes. Cool completely.
- Cheesecake Layer: Blend cream cheese with powdered sugar, add peppermint extract, and fold in Cool Whip. Spread over the cooled base.
- Pudding Layer: Whisk pudding and milk until thick; add green food coloring. Pour over the cheesecake layer and chill for 1 hour.
- Topping: Spread Cool Whip and garnish with marshmallows, sprinkles, and candies.
- Chill: Refrigerate for another hour, then serve.
Equipment
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- Ensure all refrigerated ingredients are at room temperature to facilitate smooth mixing.
- Optional: For a firmer shortbread, bake an additional 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximate Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
