Description

This no-bake lemon lasagna is a delightful layered dessert featuring a crunchy Golden Oreo crust, creamy lemon-infused cream cheese topping, luscious layers of instant lemon and vanilla pudding, and a whipped topping finishing with a sprinkle of cookie crumbs and fresh lemon wedges. Perfectly chilled, it offers a refreshing lemon flavor with sweet and tangy notes, ideal for warm weather or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Crust

1 package (14.3 ounces) Golden OREO cookies
1/2 cup butter (melted)

Cream Cheese Layer

8 ounce package cream cheese (softened)
16 ounce container Cool Whip (thawed, divided)
1 cup powdered sugar
Juice of 1 lemon

Pudding Layer

3 cups milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding

Garnish

Reserved 1 cup Golden OREO cookie crumbs
1 lemon (sliced into wedges)

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Instructions

Prepare the crust: Crush the Golden OREO cookies in a food processor or blender until fine crumbs are formed. Reserve 1 cup of these crumbs for topping later. Combine the remaining crumbs with the melted butter, mix well, then press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×12 inch pan. Refrigerate this crust while preparing the next layers.
Make the cream cheese layer: Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat together the softened cream cheese, half of the thawed Cool Whip (reserve the other half for topping), powdered sugar, and juice of one lemon until smooth and well combined. Spread this creamy mixture evenly over the chilled crust. Return the pan to the refrigerator as you prepare the pudding layer.
Prepare the pudding layer: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the milk with both the instant lemon and vanilla pudding mixes until the mixture thickens. Spread this pudding mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer. Refrigerate the assembled layers for 1 hour to allow the pudding to set properly.
Add the topping: After chilling, spread the remaining half of the Cool Whip over the pudding layer. Sprinkle the reserved cup of Golden OREO crumbs evenly on top to add texture and a decorative finish.
Garnish and serve: Arrange lemon wedges on top as garnish for a fresh citrus touch. Slice the no-bake lemon lasagna into 12 servings and serve chilled for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth mixing.
Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor; the wedges can be further squeezed over servings if desired.
Chilling times are important to set layers properly and improve flavor melding.
For a lighter version, substitute Cool Whip with light whipped topping and use reduced-fat cream cheese.
This dessert can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator.