Description

This Delightful Grinch Lush Dessert is a festive, no-bake treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth during the holiday season. Featuring layers of crushed Golden Oreo cookie crust, a creamy green-tinted cream cheese layer, peppermint-infused vanilla pudding, and topped with fluffy Cool Whip and colorful sprinkles, this dessert combines bright holiday colors with creamy, minty flavors for a fun and visually appealing centerpiece at any Christmas gathering.

Ingredients

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Crust

24 Golden Oreo cookies (crushed)
1/2 cup salted butter (melted)

Cream Cheese Layer

8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
1 cup powdered sugar
16 ounces Cool Whip (divided, half for this layer)
2 drops green gel food coloring (to achieve desired color)

Pudding Layer

1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups cold milk
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
2 drops green gel food coloring (for color)

Topping

8 ounces Cool Whip (remaining portion)
1 drop red gel food coloring (optional for decoration)
1 cup green jimmies sprinkles (optional)
1/2 cup heart-shaped sprinkles (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the crust: Crush the Golden Oreo cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Add the melted salted butter and pulse until the mixture resembles damp sand. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish. Chill the crust in the refrigerator while you prepare the next layers to allow it to set.
Make the cream cheese layer: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in half of the Cool Whip along with 2 drops of green gel food coloring, mixing until the color is evenly incorporated. Spread this creamy, green layer evenly over the chilled cookie crust.
Prepare the pudding layer: In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and peppermint extract until thickened, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add 2 drops of green gel food coloring to achieve the desired green shade and mix well. Spread this pudding layer on top of the cream cheese layer. Return to the refrigerator and chill for 10 to 15 minutes to set.
Apply the topping: Spread the remaining Cool Whip evenly over the pudding layer. If desired, mix a small amount of Cool Whip with 1 drop of red gel food coloring and use it to pipe heart-shaped decorations on top for a festive look.
Add sprinkles and chill: Sprinkle the green jimmies and heart-shaped sprinkles evenly over the top of the dessert. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 to 4 hours or overnight to fully set and allow flavors to meld.
Serve: Slice the dessert into squares and serve chilled for a refreshing, minty, and visually festive treat perfect for holiday gatherings.

Notes

For best results, chill the dessert overnight to allow layers to fully set and meld flavors.
Use green gel food coloring sparingly until you achieve the desired shade of green.
The peppermint extract adds a refreshing holiday flavor but can be reduced or omitted for less minty taste.
This recipe is a no-bake dessert, making it quick and easy, especially during busy holiday seasons.
Heart-shaped decorations are optional for extra festive presentation.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days for freshness.