If you’re craving something playful, creamy, and perfectly portioned, these little Oreo mini lasagnas are such a delight. They look fancy, but they’re incredibly easy the kind of dessert that makes you smile before you even take a bite. Let’s build them together, layer by sweet layer.
Ingredients
- 20 Oreo cookies, crushed into fine crumbs
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip), divided
- 1 small box (3.4 oz) instant chocolate pudding
- 1 1/4 cups cold milk
- 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips (optional)
- Extra crushed Oreos for topping (optional)
Optional swap: Use vanilla or golden Oreos if you want a lighter flavor.
Steps
- Make the crust: Stir the crushed Oreos with melted butter until it feels like damp sand. Press a spoonful firmly into the bottom of each mini cup.
- Mix the cream layer: Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in half the whipped topping. Don’t worry if it’s a little airy that’s perfect.
- Add the cream layer: Spoon or pipe this mixture over each crust, smoothing gently.
- Prepare the pudding: Whisk the pudding mix with cold milk for about 2 minutes. It will thicken quickly.
- Layer the pudding: Add a small scoop of chocolate pudding over the cream layer.
- Top with whipped cream: Finish each mini lasagna with a dollop of the remaining whipped topping.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour so the layers set beautifully.
Chef’s Tips
- Press the crust firmly so it doesn’t crumble when you scoop into it.
- If the cream cheese isn’t soft enough, microwave it for 10 seconds it blends much smoother that way.
- These keep well in the fridge for 2–3 days, making them an ideal make-ahead treat.
Variations
- Mint Oreo Mini Lasagna: Add a drop of peppermint extract to the cream layer and use Mint Oreos.
- Peanut Butter Twist: Drizzle a thin layer of peanut butter between the cream and pudding layers.
- Cookies & Cream Version: Stir chopped Oreos directly into the cream cheese layer for extra crunch.