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A close-up macro shot of the layered turtle dessert, emphasizing the textures of the Oreo crust and creamy cheesecake filling.

Turtle Lasagna Dessert (The Ultimate No-Bake Recipe!)

This Turtle Lasagna Dessert is the ultimate no-bake treat! Featuring decadent layers of Oreo crust, sweet cream cheese, rich chocolate pudding, and a topping of caramel, chocolate, and pecans. The perfect make-ahead dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 36 Oreo cookies
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip) divided
For the Chocolate Layer
  • 2 packages instant chocolate pudding mix 3.9 oz each
  • 3 cups cold milk
For the Topping
  • 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip) the remaining from a 16 oz container
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce
  • 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans toasted if desired

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 the melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Freeze for at least 15 minutes to set.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Gently fold in 1 cup of the whipped topping.
  3. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled Oreo crust.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes, until it starts to thicken. Immediately spread it over the cream cheese layer.
  5. Top with the remaining whipped topping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Before serving, drizzle with caramel sauce and chocolate syrup, and sprinkle with chopped pecans.

Notes

Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature to avoid any lumps in your filling.
Chilling the dessert overnight yields the best results for firm layers and easy slicing.
For an extra flavor boost, toast the pecans in a dry skillet for 3-5 minutes before chopping.