Eggnog Pudding Dessert - A triple-layer, no-bake dessert featuring sweetened whipped cream cheese, creamy eggnog pudding, and fluffy whipped topping with festive sprinkles on top of a vanilla cookie crust. The perfect Christmas treat!
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Love the taste of eggnog and want to have it for dessert, too? Then this Eggnog Pudding Dessert is perfect for you! It's a triple-layer dessert featuring sweetened whipped cream cheese, creamy eggnog pudding, and fluffy whipped topping with festive sprinkles on top of a vanilla cookie crust.
Not only is this no-bake recipe delicious, but it is super easy to make and perfect for when you’re in a time crunch with a million other things to do (like around the holidays!).
HOW TO MAKE EGGNOG PUDDING DESSERT
Before you get started, make sure you have the following ingredients:
- Golden Oreos
- Butter
- Cream cheese
- Powdered sugar
- Whipped topping
- Vanilla extract
- Instant vanilla pudding mix
- Eggnog
- Whipped topping
- Christmas sprinkles (optional)
Once you’ve gathered all your ingredients, follow the steps below for a quick and easy holiday dessert.
PREPARING THE COOKIE CRUST
- Using a food processor or blender, beat Oreos until they are fine crumbs.
- Add the melted butter to the Oreo crumbs.
- Stir until well-combined.
- Press the mixture into a greased 9x13 baking dish.
MIXING UP THE CREAM CHEESE LAYER
- To prepare the cream cheese layer, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar in a large mixing bowl.
- Add vanilla and beat again.
- Add 1 cup of whipped topping and fold in gently.
- Spread this mixture over top of the prepared crust.
MAKING THE EGGNOG PUDDING LAYER
- To prepare the eggnog pudding layer, whisk pudding and eggnog together until thickened.
- Gently spread this layer over top of the cream cheese mixture. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.
- Prior to serving, spread the remaining whipped topping on top and add the sprinkles.
EGGNOG PUDDING DESSERT TIPS
- Try experimenting with different cookies such as Nilla wafers or even chocolate Oreos for a different taste!
- Adding cinnamon and nutmeg over the whipped topping is a great way to add even more flavor to this dessert.
- After making the crust, pop it in the freezer while you are preparing the cream cheese and whipped eggnog pudding layers.
IS THERE A CERTAIN BRAND OF EGGNOG I SHOULD USE?
No, any brand of eggnog should work just fine for this recipe. However, trying a few different brands to find the one you like best might be a good idea!
COULD I TRY A DIFFERENT FLAVOR OF PUDDING?
Feel free to try different pudding flavors with this recipe. Some great options include chocolate and cheesecake.
HOW DO I STORE A LAYERED PUDDING DESSERT?
This recipe can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
CAN YOU FREEZE EGGNOG PUDDING DESSERT?
I wouldn't recommend freezing this dessert due to its pudding base. Can you freeze pudding? Yes, but once defrosted, the consistency will change, so refrigerating is the best option for storing.
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Eggnog Pudding Dessert
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 - 15.25 ounce package Golden Oreos
- 6 tablespoons butter (melted)
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
For the Eggnog Pudding Layer:
- 1 - 5.1 oz box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 ¾ cup eggnog
For the Topping:
- Whipped topping (remainder of 8 ounce tub)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Using a food processor or blender, beat Oreos until they are fine crumbs.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine Oreo crumbs and melted butter.
- Press this mixture into a greased 9x13 baking dish.
- To prepare the cream cheese layer, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar in a large mixing bowl.
- Add vanilla and beat again.
- Add 1 cup of whipped topping and fold in gently.
- Spread this mixture over top of prepared crust.
- To prepare eggnog pudding layer, whisk pudding and eggnog together until thickened.
- Gently spread this layer over top of the cream cheese mixture.
- Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
- Prior to serving, spread the remaining whipped topping on top and add the sprinkles.
Notes
- Switch things up by experimenting with different cookies, like Nilla wafers or chocolate Oreos.
- After you make the crust, place it in the freezer while you’re preparing the other layers.
- For more flavor, add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg over the whipped topping.
- You can use any eggnog that you like, try a few different brands until you find your favorite.
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