Halloween Lush
This Halloween lush recipe is a no bake dessert layered with Oreo cookie crust, creamy cheesecake filling, colorful pudding, and whipped topping. With festive sprinkles and vibrant colors, it’s the perfect Halloween party dessert to wow your guests without spending hours in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 30 min
Cook Time: 0 min
Chill Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 30 min
Servings: 16
Calories: 380 kcal
Ingredients
- 36 chocolate sandwich cookies
- 6 tbsp butter, melted
- 6 oz orange gelatin
- ⅓ cup boiling water
- 6.8 oz vanilla instant pudding
- 2 ½ cups cold milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 16 oz whipped topping
- Green and purple food coloring
- Halloween sprinkles
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the crust – Crush the cookies in a food processor. Mix with melted butter and press into a greased 9×13-inch dish.
- Make the gelatin layer – Dissolve orange gelatin in boiling water and set aside.
- Mix the pudding – Whisk pudding mixes with cold milk, then blend in the gelatin mixture until smooth.
- Cream cheese layer – Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 2 cups whipped topping. Add purple food coloring and spread over the crust.
- Add the pudding layer – Spread the orange pudding mixture evenly over the purple cheesecake layer.
- Top layer – Tint remaining whipped topping green and spread over the pudding layer.
- Finish & chill – Decorate with Halloween sprinkles. Chill at least 4 hours before serving.
Pro Tips
- Make ahead: This lush can be prepared a day in advance and stored covered in the fridge.
- Swap the flavors: Try chocolate pudding, lime gelatin, or pumpkin spice pudding for a twist.
- Crust alternatives: Graham crackers or gingersnap cookies work just as well as Oreos.
Nutrition Info (per serving, approx.)
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 serving | 380 | 5 g | 57 g | 15 g | 1 g | 46 g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary depending on ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
Halloween Lush
- Total Time: 270 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A no-bake layered dessert featuring an Oreo cookie crust, creamy cheesecake filling, colorful pudding, and whipped topping, perfect for Halloween parties.
Ingredients
- 36 chocolate sandwich cookies
- 6 tbsp butter, melted
- 6 oz orange gelatin
- ⅓ cup boiling water
- 6.8 oz vanilla instant pudding
- 2 ½ cups cold milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 16 oz whipped topping
- Green and purple food coloring
- Halloween sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the crust – Crush the cookies in a food processor. Mix with melted butter and press into a greased 9×13-inch dish.
- Make the gelatin layer – Dissolve orange gelatin in boiling water and set aside.
- Mix the pudding – Whisk pudding mixes with cold milk, then blend in the gelatin mixture until smooth.
- Cream cheese layer – Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 2 cups whipped topping. Add purple food coloring and spread over the crust.
- Add the pudding layer – Spread the orange pudding mixture evenly over the purple cheesecake layer.
- Top layer – Tint remaining whipped topping green and spread over the pudding layer.
- Finish & chill – Decorate with Halloween sprinkles. Chill at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Make ahead: This lush can be prepared a day in advance and stored covered in the fridge. Swap the flavors: Try chocolate pudding, lime gelatin, or pumpkin spice pudding for a twist. Crust alternatives: Graham crackers or gingersnap cookies work just as well as Oreos.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American