Description
These Chocolate Lasagna Cupcakes are a delightful no-bake dessert featuring layers of Oreo cookie crust, creamy sweetened cream cheese, rich chocolate pudding, and whipped topping, all garnished with mini chocolate chips. Perfect for parties or a special treat, they require minimal effort and are served chilled.
Ingredients
Crust
- 24 Oreo cookies, crushed
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Pudding Layer
- 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
- 1 3/4 cups cold milk
Topping
- 3/4 cup whipped topping (remaining)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners to make removing the cupcakes easier later.
- Make the Crust: In a bowl, combine the crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter thoroughly. Press about 1 tablespoon of this mixture firmly into the bottom of each cupcake liner to form the crust base.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Layer: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, milk, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold 1 cup of whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture to lighten it. Spoon this creamy layer evenly over the Oreo crusts in each cupcake liner.
- Make the Pudding Layer: In a separate bowl, whisk the instant chocolate pudding mix with 1 3/4 cups of cold milk until the pudding thickens according to package instructions.
- Assemble Pudding Layer: Spoon the thickened chocolate pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer in each cupcake liner.
- Add Final Topping and Garnish: Top each cupcake with a dollop of the remaining whipped topping. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips generously over the top as a garnish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the cupcakes for 1 to 2 hours to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- For best results, ensure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps.
- Press Oreo crust firmly to help it hold together when serving.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and whipped topping for richer flavor and better texture.
- These cupcakes are best served chilled and eaten within 2 days for freshness.
- You can substitute gluten-free cookies to make this dessert gluten free.
- Do not overmix the pudding to maintain its lightness.
- Mini chocolate chips can be replaced with shaved chocolate or sprinkles if preferred.
