Candy Cane Lush Recipe
This Candy Cane Lush Recipe features a rich Oreo crust, layers of cream cheese, pudding, whipped topping, and crushed candy canes for a festive no-bake holiday dessert.
12 Servings
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 36 Oreo cookies 14 oz package
- 1/4 c unsalted butter melted
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Layers
- 1 8 oz package cream cheese , softened
- 1/2 c powdered sugar
- 2 tbs milk
- 1 12 oz carton whipped topping , thawed (such as Cool Whip), divided
- 3/4 c crushed candy canes divided
- 2 3.3 oz each packages white chocolate pudding mix
- 2 3/4 c cold milk
Instructions
Prepare the Crust
- Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely ground. Add the melted butter and salt, pulsing until the mixture is well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
Cream Cheese Layer
- In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and free of lumps. Add the powdered sugar and milk, then continue beating until the mixture is fully combined. Fold in 1 c of whipped topping along with 1/2 c of the crushed candy canes. Spread this mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
Pudding Layer
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the pudding mixes with 2 3/4 c cold milk for about 2 minutes, until thickened. Spread the pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Final Topping
- Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pudding layer. Cover the dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the layers to set properly.
Garnish and Serve
- Just before serving, sprinkle the top with the remaining crushed candy canes. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
To prepare this dessert gluten-free, substitute the Oreo cookies with certified gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies. Ensure that the pudding mix is also labeled gluten-free, as some brands may contain hidden gluten.