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A close-up, detailed shot of a slice of no-bake chocolate lasagna on a white plate, highlighting the creamy, distinct layers.

Turtle Lasagna Dessert (The Ultimate No-Bake Recipe)

The ultimate Turtle Lasagna Dessert recipe! This easy, no-bake layered dessert has an Oreo crust, creamy cheesecake filling, rich chocolate pudding, and is topped with caramel and pecans.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 36 Oreo cookies Regular stuff, not double-stuf
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 8 oz whipped topping (Cool Whip) thawed, divided
  • 2 packages instant chocolate pudding mix 3.9 oz each
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce for topping
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans toasted, for topping
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips for topping

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch baking dish
  • 1 Electric mixer
  • 1 Food Processor Optional, for crushing cookies

Method
 

  1. Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Freeze for 10 minutes.
  2. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and beat until combined. Fold in half (8 oz) of the whipped topping. Spread evenly over the crust.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes, until it starts to thicken. Immediately spread over the cream cheese layer.
  4. Top with the remaining whipped topping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  5. Before serving, drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with chopped pecans and mini chocolate chips.

Notes

Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened to avoid a lumpy texture.
Chilling the dessert overnight yields the best results for clean, set layers.
Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.