Chocolate Lasagna Recipe (Easy No-Bake Dessert)
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My Chocolate Lasagna recipe makes a scrumptious creamy pudding dessert with layers of rich chocolate pudding, whipped cream, and an Oreo cookie crust. This no bake dessert lasagna is a snap to make and is perfect for a chocolate lover! Check out the recipe card below for all the easy steps for this no bake chocolate dessert!
Despite the name, this chocolate lasagna dessert doesn’t contain any pasta!
Instead, it features layer upon layer of rich cream cheese filling, silky pudding, and homemade whipped cream.
It’s a classic recipe and is literally a great option for family gatherings, or when you’re craving a simple, delicious, favorite treat. And the best part is that you only need a few simple ingredients to get started!
The Oreo crust with the cream cheese layer will have chocolate lovers jumping for joy!
What I love about this simple Oreo lasagna is that it’s a delicious dessert that is so much fun to share!
You can whip up this easy chocolate lasagna for birthday parties, tailgates, or a fun weekend treat.
The hardest part of no bake chocolate desserts is not entire the entire recipe in one sitting! It will quickly become one of your new favorite desserts that you’ll crave and think about all the time.
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Chocolate Lasagna Recipe
Add some chocolate curls for a fancy touch, and you’ll have a stunning dish to impress all of your guests with!
If you love pudding desserts, try a strawberry or luscious lemon flavored icebox cake.
No bake icebox cake is a simple dessert made with cookies, pudding, and plenty of whipped cream.
Or, make some Vanilla Rice Pudding for an even easier treat. All you need are a handful of ingredients to make a rich and silky dessert in just 30 minutes.
How To Make No Bake Chocolate Lasagna
It’s really quite simple to make this chocolate lasagna dessert, but you’ll need plenty of time to assemble it.
This dish is all about the layers, and they’ll mix together if each one isn’t properly set before adding the next.
- Make the crust. Combine crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a greased baking dish and chill.
This is the first layer of many – each one equally important as the others! - Whip up the fillings. There are three separate mixtures to make, so plan accordingly!
The pudding layer will soft set right on the counter, so there is no need to refrigerate it before adding it to the pan. - Layer and chill. Once the dessert is assembled, place it back in the refrigerator for at least 3 to 4 hours to set. This is an important step for this creamy chocolate lasagna recipe!
Cover it with plastic wrap or add the lid to an airtight container so that the layered dessert chills, without absorbing any other odors from the fridge.
Dessert Lasagna Helpful Tips and Tricks
- Take your time. It’s important to chill the chocolate pudding dessert in between each layer so it will be easier to spread the next layer on top.
No bake dessert recipes like this are simple, but you do have to factor in time for this step. - No food processor? No problem! Simply place the cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin instead.
- Use cold milk and cream. While the cream cheese should be softened, the liquids need to be used straight out of the refrigerator.
They will whip up faster and also help the pudding mix to set properly. - Need it ready sooner? Place the finished dish in the freezer instead to speed up the chilling process. Just be sure to thaw it first before cutting into slices.
- Make individual servings. Instead of one big pan, use mini trifle dishes or stemless cocktail glasses.
Not only will it make serving less messy, but they should assemble faster as well.
Chocolate Lasagna Dessert FAQ
The easiest method is by shaving a bar of chocolate with a vegetable peeler. You’ll need to apply a little extra pressure to get the curls thick enough that they won’t disintegrate.
Or, melt the chocolate down and spread it in a thin layer onto a baking sheet. Pop it in the freezer for a few minutes until firm, then scrape it up with an offset spatula.
And don’t stress. If you can’t get the curls perfect, just call them “chocolate shavings” and move on with the show!
Yes, but it may take longer to set. That’s because the whipped cream in this chocolate pudding dessert recipe contains pudding mix, so it’s a bit more stable.
If you’ll be leaving it in the refrigerator, make it no more than 24 hours ahead of time or the crust is likely to become soggy.
Otherwise, it should be okay in the freezer for at least a week. Just be sure to wrap it well in a few layers of foil first.
You bet. You can add mini chocolate chips, Regular Oreos fine crumbs, varied cookie crumbs, powdered sugar, chocolate ganache, or anything else that you want. Crushed Oreos and whole Oreos are typically my go-to,
The best part, besides the flavor, of this dessert is that you can vary the cookie layer and also the layers of chocolate. Have fun trying out different types of cookies!
It won’t. For the best results and most crunch, enjoy eating it after it’s chilled. While it’s still just as delicious the following day/days, the Oreo cookies on the bottom of the pan will soften due to adding the layers of the rest of the creamy chocolate lasagna dessert.
The good news is that you won’t even really notice because the creamy layers will be the star of the show!
Enjoy!
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Chocolate Lasagna Recipe (Easy No-Bake Dessert)
Equipment
- 9 x 13 baking dish This set is one of my favorites! The 9×13 is perfect for casseroles and the smaller size is awesome for making half a casserole recipe.
- food processor or rolling pin for crushing the Oreo cookies
- mixing bowls You’ll want a few large bowls when you make this chocolate lasagna recipe. Otherwise, plan to do some quick washing in between layers.
- stand mixer or Electric Hand Mixer with both the paddle and whisk attachments
Ingredients
FOR THE OREO CRUST
- 1 14.3 ounce package Oreo cookies
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
FOR THE CREAM CHEESE LAYER
- 1 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
FOR THE WHIPPED CREAM LAYER
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons instant French vanilla pudding mix
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
FOR THE CHOCOLATE PUDDING LAYER
- 2 3.9 ounce boxes instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups whole milk
GARNISH
- Mini Oreo cookies
- Chocolate shavings
- Additional whipped cream
Instructions
- PREP PAN: Lightly spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- MAKE CRUST: Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form. Reserve ¼ cup crumbs for topping.
- PRESS CRUST: In a bowl, mix the remaining Oreo crumbs with 6 tablespoons melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the baking dish. Refrigerate while preparing the next layer.
- MAKE CREAM CHEESE LAYER: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add ¼ cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons milk and beat until creamy. Set aside.
- MAKE WHIPPED CREAM: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup heavy whipping cream, ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons French vanilla pudding mix, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- COMBINE LAYER: Fold half of the whipped cream mixture into the cream cheese mixture until smooth. Spread evenly over the Oreo crust. Refrigerate for 10 minutes.
- MAKE PUDDING: In a bowl, whisk together 2 boxes chocolate pudding mix and 3 cups milk until smooth. Let stand 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- ADD PUDDING LAYER: Spread the chocolate pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- TOP WITH WHIPPED CREAM: Spread the remaining whipped cream over the pudding layer.
- GARNISH: Sprinkle the reserved Oreo crumbs over the top and add chocolate shavings.
- CHILL: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set.
- SERVE: Slice into 12 pieces. Top each slice with whipped cream and a mini Oreo before serving.
Donna’s Notes
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.
Originally published February 2021. Updated and republished October 2025
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It takes time to chill between each layer, but it is so worth it! I plan on using vanilla oreo’s and making them lemon flavored next time!!
I love Choc. I will Love this Thanks for Sharing
Hi Deianna!
We’re so glad that you enjoyed.
TSRI Team Member,
Devlyn
Wow. Just wow. This recipe is amazing. so easy to make and it turned out perfectly.
Hi Mckenna!
We’re so glad that you enjoyed!
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Devlyn