Chocolate Lasagna
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Chocolate Lasagna
Description
Chocolate Lasagna starts with crushed Oreo cookies mixed with melted butter pressed into a 9x13-inch dish to create a firm and crunchy base layer. The next layer combines softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and a small amount of milk for smoothness, blended with half of a thawed tub of whipped topping to lighten the richness. After chilling to set this layer, two packages of instant chocolate pudding are prepared with milk and spread evenly over the cream cheese mixture, adding a rich chocolate flavor and creamy texture.
A final layer of the remaining whipped topping is spread on top, providing lightness and a creamy finish. Mini chocolate chips garnish this last layer, adding texture and visual appeal. This dessert is served chilled directly from the refrigerator and yields approximately 20 servings, dependent on slice size.
Storing Chocolate Lasagna in the refrigerator up to four days preserves the texture and flavor. Making the dessert up to three days in advance enhances convenience. Garnish options can include chocolate shavings or a cocoa powder dusting instead of chips, customizing the presentation to preference.
Use two small packages of instant chocolate pudding, not cook-and-serve, for the correct texture.Mini chocolate chips add texture; chocolate shavings or cocoa powder can be substitutes for garnish.This recipe yields about 20 servings, though portion sizes are flexible.Keep the dessert refrigerated and covered, consuming within four days for best quality.Prepare up to three days ahead to save time on serving day.
Ingredients
- 1 package Oreo cookies (36 cookies)
- 6 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 1/4 cups milk plus 2 tablespoons, divided
- 1 (16 ounce) tub whipped topping thawed and divided
- 2 (3.9 ounce) packages instant chocolate pudding mix (see note 1)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips for garnish (see note 2)
Instructions
- In a food processor, or in a plastic bag with a rolling pin, crush the Oreo cookies into crumbs. In a medium bowl, add Oreo crumbs and melted butter and stir to combine.
- Pour into a 9-inch by 13-inch baking dish. Using the bottom of a measuring cup, press the crust firmly and evenly into the bottom of baking dish.
- In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or with an electric mixer, add cream cheese and beat until fluffy. Add sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk and beat until combined.
- Stir in half of the whipped topping (about 8 ounces) to cream cheese mixture. Spread cream cheese mixture over cookie crust and refrigerate to set, about 10 minutes.
- While the cream cheese layer is chilling, using a stand mixer fit with the paddle attachment, or with an electric mixer, on medium speed add instant pudding and remaining 3 1/4 cups milk. Beat until mixture begins to thicken, about 5 minutes.
- Spread pudding mixture over chilled cream cheese layer and refrigerate to set, about 10 minutes.
- Once set, gently spread remaining 8 ounces whipped topping over pudding layer and garnish with mini chocolate chips. Cover loosely with cling wrap and chill for 4 hours, or freeze for 1 hour. Cut into slices and serve.
Notes
- Instant pudding must be used as specified to achieve proper texture; cook-and-serve is not recommended.
- For garnish, mini chocolate chips can be replaced by chocolate shavings or cocoa powder dusting.
- This recipe makes about 20 servings depending on slice size.
- Store refrigerated and covered for up to four days to maintain freshness.
- Can be made up to three days in advance for convenience.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 274 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 slice | |
| Calories | 274kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 327mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 191IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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