Easter Oreo Cookie Casserole
Easter Oreo Cookie Casserole is a delicious, no-bake dessert blending crunchy Oreo cookies with creamy vanilla pudding and whipped topping, adorned with festive sprinkles or candy eggs. Perfect for Easter gatherings, potlucks, or any occasion, it offers an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing treat that everyone will love.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free Oreos are used)
Base Ingredients
- 30 Oreo cookies, coarsely crushed
- 1 package vanilla pudding mix (usually 3.4 oz)
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup whipped topping (thawed, if frozen)
- Pastel sprinkles or candy eggs for garnish
- Crush the Oreos: Coarsely crush about 30 Oreo cookies, aiming for a combination of bite-sized pieces and crumbs to provide texture throughout the casserole.
- Prepare the pudding: In a mixing bowl, combine the vanilla pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk and whisk until thickened to create a smooth, creamy base.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold 1 cup of whipped topping into the prepared pudding to lighten the texture and add fluffiness to the casserole layers.
- Layer the casserole: In a large serving dish, spread a layer of the crushed Oreos, followed by a layer of the pudding mixture. Repeat layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with a pudding layer on top.
- Add festive toppings: Sprinkle pastel-colored sprinkles or candy eggs evenly over the final pudding layer to give the casserole a fun and festive Easter look.
- Chill the casserole: Refrigerate the casserole for at least 3 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to firm up, ensuring ideal slicing and serving consistency.
Notes
- Use full-fat milk for the creamiest pudding and richest flavor.
- Fold whipped topping gently to keep it light and airy without deflating.
- Ensure even distribution of Oreo layers for consistent texture and flavor in every bite.
- Chill overnight when possible for best texture and flavor melding.
- A small pinch of salt added to the pudding mix can enhance overall flavor depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximate)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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