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Circus Animal Cookie Lush Recipe

Circus Animal Cookie Lush Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the whimsical and delightful flavors of Circus Animal Cookie Lush, a no-bake layered dessert that combines the nostalgic charm of circus animal cookies with creamy goodness. This dessert is perfect for parties or a sweet treat any day!


Ingredients

Circus Animal Cookie Crust:

  • 1 package (11 oz) circus animal cookies, crushed, plus extra for garnish
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Cream Cheese Layer:

  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed, divided

Vanilla Pudding Layer:

  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 1/2 cups cold milk
  • 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles, plus extra for topping


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cookie Crust: Crush circus animal cookies into fine crumbs, mix with melted butter, and press into a baking dish.
  2. Make Cream Cheese Layer: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla, fold in half of whipped topping, and spread over crust.
  3. Prepare Vanilla Pudding: Whisk pudding mix with milk until thickened, then layer over cream cheese.
  4. Top and Chill: Spread remaining whipped topping over pudding, sprinkle with rainbow sprinkles and cookies, chill for at least 4 hours.
  5. Serve: Slice and enjoy chilled!

Notes

  • For extra crunch, add chopped circus cookies between the layers.
  • You can use low-fat cream cheese or sugar-free pudding for a lighter version.