Lush Oreo Cookie Dessert with Cream Cheese, Chocolate Pudding, Caramel, and Pecans Recipe
Lush is a decadent no-bake layered dessert featuring a rich Oreo cookie crust, creamy sweetened cream cheese filling, smooth chocolate pudding, luscious caramel drizzle, and a crunchy pecan topping. This indulgent treat is easy to assemble, requires no cooking, and is perfect for impressing guests or satisfying a sweet craving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Oreo Crust
- 24 Oreo Cookies (crushed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted Butter (melted)
Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar (adjust to taste)
- 8 ounces Cool Whip or whipped cream
Chocolate Pudding Layer
- 1 package Chocolate Pudding Mix (3.9 oz)
- 2 cups Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
Topping
- 1/2 cup Caramel Sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans (or walnuts, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs and mix them thoroughly with the melted unsalted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan to form an even crust layer. Chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to allow the crust to set and firm up.
- Make cream cheese filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese together with the powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the Cool Whip or whipped cream until well combined and light, then spread this creamy layer evenly over the chilled Oreo crust.
- Prepare chocolate pudding: In a separate bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and milk according to the package instructions until the pudding thickens. Once ready, layer the chocolate pudding over the cream cheese filling, smoothing it out carefully to form an even layer.
- Add caramel layer: Drizzle a generous amount of caramel sauce over the chocolate pudding layer, allowing it to flow gently into the crevices for a rich and luscious appearance.
- Top with pecans: Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the caramel layer. The nuts add a delightful crunch and a complementary texture to this creamy dessert.
- Chill: Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours, preferably overnight, to let all the flavors meld beautifully and to enhance the texture for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, omit the chopped pecans or substitute with toasted coconut flakes.
- Use dairy-free cream cheese and milk to make this dessert vegan-friendly.
- Adjust the powdered sugar amount based on desired sweetness.
- The dessert tastes best when chilled overnight, but a minimum of 4 hours chill time is sufficient.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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