Description
A no-bake, layered dessert with creamy hot chocolate cheesecake mousse, chocolate pudding, whipped cream, and marshmallows, all atop a crunchy Oreo cookie crust. This fun and festive treat brings all the deliciousness of hot chocolate into a layered dessert form, perfect for gatherings or cozy winter nights.
Ingredients
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- For the Oreo Crust:
- 36 Oreo cookies (crushed into crumbs)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- For the Hot Chocolate Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 6 envelopes of instant hot chocolate mix (milk or dark chocolate flavor)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- For the Chocolate Pudding Layer:
- 7.8 oz instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 3/4 cups whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- For the Topping:
- 8 oz whipped topping (thawed)
- 2 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup or melted chocolate (for drizzling)
Instructions
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- Make the Oreo Crust:
- In a food processor, crush the Oreos into fine crumbs.
- Mix the crushed Oreos with melted butter until fully combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Refrigerate while you prepare the next layers.
- Prepare the Hot Chocolate Cheesecake Layer:
- Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and the hot chocolate mix. Mix until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture until smooth and well incorporated.
- Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the Oreo crust. Refrigerate to set.
- Prepare the Chocolate Pudding Layer:
- In a bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and milk until it starts to thicken.
- Fold in mini marshmallows until combined.
- Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cheesecake layer.
- Return the dish to the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.
- Add the Topping:
- Spread the whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer.
- Sprinkle mini marshmallows on top.
- Drizzle with chocolate syrup or melted chocolate before serving.
- Chill and Serve:
- Chill for at least 6 hours (overnight is best) to allow the layers to firm up.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
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- This dessert is best when allowed to chill overnight for the layers to firm up.
- You can experiment with flavored Oreos, such as mint, for a festive twist.
- This dessert can be made a day or two in advance for a hassle-free treat.
Nutrition
- Calories: 643
- Sugar: 56g
- Sodium: 324mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg