No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush : No. 1 Holiday Dessert

When the holidays hit full speed—and let’s be honest, they usually arrive faster than we can say peppermint mocha—a No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush feels like a tiny Christmas miracle. It’s the kind of dessert you can whip together between wrapping presents, refereeing sibling arguments, or sneaking in a Hallmark movie (no judgment—I’m right there with you). And because it’s no bake, your oven can stay reserved for the turkey, ham, or let’s be real… reheating pizza.

As a mom and a lifelong chicken-loving chef who’s also obsessed with sweet holiday treats, I love recipes like this—recipes that bring joy without stress. When I say this No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush delivers pure holiday magic, I mean it. It’s creamy, crunchy, colorful, and festive enough to make your kitchen feel like the North Pole.

Why You’ll Love This No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush

This dessert checks every holiday box:
✔️ Minimal effort
✔️ Maximum cheer
✔️ Perfect make-ahead treat
✔️ Kid-approved
✔️ Crowd-pleasing
✔️ Stress-free

If you’re juggling shopping lists, busy workdays, or a house full of picky eaters, this recipe slides right into your routine like it’s wearing cozy Christmas slippers. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or craving something sweet after a long day of adulting, this lush is your new holiday BFF.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 48 vanilla Oreo cookies, divided
• 6 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 package cream cheese (8 ounces, softened)
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons holiday sprinkles, divided
• 2 tubs whipped topping (8 ounces each)
• 1 box cheesecake instant pudding mix (3.4 ounces)
• 2 cups cold milk

(Optional but recommended: a dash of peppermint extract for holiday sparkle!)

How to Make This No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush

This recipe is as simple as: crush, mix, layer, chill. Truly—if you can stack blocks or build a sandwich, you can build this lush.

1. Prep Your Dish

Line a 9×13 dish with parchment. This step is optional, but it makes lifting slices so much easier. (I learned that the hard way one year while trying to impress relatives—don’t be me.)

2. Build That Cookie Crust

Crush 36 of the vanilla Oreos into fine crumbs. Use a food processor or place them in a zip-top bag and show them who’s boss with a rolling pin.
Stir crumbs with melted butter and ½ tablespoon sprinkles.
Press firmly into the dish to create a beautiful cookie base.

3. Make the Creamy Peppermint Layer

Beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and a drop of peppermint extract (trust me, it gives major Christmas vibes).
Fold in one tub of whipped topping and ½ tablespoon sprinkles.
Spread over your crust like frosting a giant holiday gift.

4. Mix the Pudding Layer

Whisk together the cheesecake pudding mix and cold milk until thick.
Stir in ½ tablespoon sprinkles—because it’s the holidays and sprinkles make everything happier.
Spread over the cream cheese layer.

5. Add the Fluffy Snowdrift

Top with your remaining whipped topping. Think of it as a fluffy layer of edible snow.

6. Bring On the Cookie Magic

Crush the remaining 12 Oreo cookies and sprinkle across the top.
Add the last of the sprinkles for that extra festive sparkle.

7. Chill & Set

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours—overnight is even better.
If you prefer firmer slices, pop it in the freezer.

8. Slice & Serve

Cut into squares, take in the “ooohs” and “aaahs,” and accept your title as Holiday Dessert Royalty.

Tips for the Best No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush

• Don’t skip the chill time. I know it’s tempting, but this dessert needs time to firm up. Treat it like a spa day for your lush.
• Use cold milk. Warm milk makes pudding sad and runny.
• Want extra peppermint flavor? Add crushed candy canes on top.
• Make it ahead! It actually tastes better the next day—perfect for busy December schedules.

A little secret from my own kitchen: this became my go-to Christmas dessert after my kids “taste-tested” half the dish before dinner one year. If that’s not a glowing review, I don’t know what is.

FAQs About No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush

Bringing Holiday Joy to Your Table

Every Christmas, I try to make at least one dessert that’s fun, simple, and guaranteed to bring smiles—and this No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush does it every single time. It’s cozy, colorful, and full of holiday cheer, just like the season itself. Whether you’re making it for a party, your family, or just yourself after a long day of wrapping gifts, this lush is like a sweet little hug waiting in your fridge.

If you make it, I’d love to hear about it! Drop a comment, tag me, or send a picture—I adore seeing your kitchen creations.
Happy holiday cooking, my friend!

More Festive Treats You’ll Love

If this No Bake Christmas Cookie Lush put you in the holiday spirit, you’re going to adore these other merry-and-bright treats! They pair perfectly with your dessert table and make the season feel even sweeter. Here are a few reader favorites you can explore next:

• For another show-stopping Christmas dessert that’s just as rich and gorgeous, try the Black Forest Trifle for Christmas —it’s layered, decadent, and guaranteed to impress.
• If you’re craving cozy holiday flavors, the Christmas Spice Cake with Eggnog Buttercream is like a warm Christmas hug in dessert form.
• Love those creamy layers and bold festive colors? The Christmas Red Velvet Cheesecake is a must-try for your next gathering.
• And if you want something fun, no-bake, and totally kid-approved, these Christmas Rice Crispy Treats will disappear faster than Santa’s cookies.

Feel free to dive into any of these—it’s the season for baking memories, sharing joy, and treating yourself to something delicious!

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