Description
Festive holiday magic shines through this Christmas Lasagna, blending rich layers of creamy cheese and seasonal comfort. Merry flavors dance together, promising a delightful centerpiece that brings warmth and joy to your seasonal celebration.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup (170 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 boxes (3.9 ounces or 110 grams each) white chocolate instant pudding
- 3 cups (720 milliliters) milk
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups (360 milliliters) Cool Whip, thawed
Secondary Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Red food coloring
- Green food coloring
Garnish Ingredients:
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- Red and green sprinkles
- M&M candies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish with a light butter coating to ensure easy removal of the shortbread base.
- Create the vibrant shortbread foundation by thoroughly blending butter and powdered sugar until light and airy, then gradually incorporate flour, cocoa powder, and salt to form a smooth mixture.
- Introduce red food coloring to the shortbread dough, mixing until a consistent crimson hue is achieved, then carefully press the colored mixture evenly across the prepared baking dish.
- Bake the shortbread base for 15-20 minutes until the edges appear slightly firm, then remove from the oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- Prepare the creamy cheesecake layer by whipping cream cheese with powdered sugar until silky smooth, then gently fold in peppermint extract for a refreshing twist.
- Incorporate Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture, creating a light and fluffy texture, then spread the mixture evenly over the cooled shortbread base.
- Craft the festive pudding layer by whisking pudding mix with milk until it thickens and reaches a smooth consistency, then enhance with green food coloring for a holiday-inspired appearance.
- Carefully pour the green-tinted pudding over the cheesecake layer, ensuring an even distribution, and refrigerate for one hour to set.
- Generously top the chilled dessert with additional Cool Whip, creating a cloud-like surface perfect for decorative garnishes.
- Embellish the top with a playful combination of mini marshmallows, colorful sprinkles, and festive candies to complete the Christmas lasagna.
- Return the dessert to the refrigerator for a final hour of chilling to allow all layers to meld together perfectly before serving.
Notes
- Customize the shortbread layer by adjusting the cocoa intensity for a richer chocolate base that complements the festive flavors.
- Use gel food coloring for more vibrant and concentrated red and green colors without altering the texture of the dessert.
- Consider substituting low-fat cream cheese and Cool Whip for a lighter version that maintains the creamy decadence of the original recipe.
- Experiment with different extracts like vanilla or almond to create unique flavor variations that suit different palates and holiday preferences.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg