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No-Bake Thanksgiving Cookie Cake with Oreo Crust – Easy Kids Dessert

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A no-bake Thanksgiving dessert featuring an Oreo crust, creamy cheesecake layer, chocolate pudding, and whipped cream topping. Perfect for getting kids involved in holiday prep without using the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 24 Oreo cookies (regular, not double-stuffed)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 (3.9-ounce) box instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for topping)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for topping, optional)
  • Thanksgiving sprinkles or crushed Oreos for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the Oreo crust: Place 24 Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs. Alternatively, crush in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin. Pour crumbs into a medium bowl, add 5 tablespoons melted butter, and stir until coated. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan using the bottom of a measuring cup. Refrigerate while preparing the next layer.
  2. Make the cream cheese layer: In a medium bowl, beat 8 ounces softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form (about 3-4 minutes with an electric mixer on medium-high). Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Spread over the chilled Oreo crust and return to the fridge.
  3. Make the chocolate pudding layer: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 box instant chocolate pudding mix and 2 cups cold whole milk for about 2 minutes until thickened. Let sit for 5 minutes to set. Spread gently over the cream cheese layer and return to the fridge.
  4. Make the whipped cream topping: In a clean bowl, whip 1 cup heavy whipping cream with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread over the chocolate pudding layer, creating swirls or peaks.
  5. Chill and garnish: Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. Before serving, let the kids add Thanksgiving sprinkles or crushed Oreos on top. Run a knife around the edge of the springform pan, release the clasp, and slice. Let the cake sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.

Notes

Don’t skip the chilling time—4 hours minimum, overnight is best. Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling. Press the crust firmly to prevent crumbling. For clean slices, run a sharp knife under hot water, wipe dry, and slice, wiping the blade between cuts. Let the cake sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing.

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