Description
Indulge in a festive Shamrock Shake Dessert Lasagna that layers creamy minty goodness with a rich chocolate cookie crust, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. This no-bake, easy-to-assemble dessert combines mint-flavored whipped cream layers with a chocolatey base, delivering a refreshingly sweet and creamy treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Crust
- Chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed – about 24 cookies
- Butter, melted – 5 tablespoons
Mint Cream Filling
- Heavy whipping cream – 2 cups
- Whipped topping – 1 cup
- Instant vanilla pudding mix – 1 package (3.4 oz)
- Sweetened condensed milk – 1/2 cup
- Peppermint extract or mint extract – 1 teaspoon
- Green food coloring – a few drops
- White chocolate chips (optional) – 1/2 cup
Garnishes
- Green sprinkles or shamrock candies – for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Crust: Crush the chocolate sandwich cookies finely using a food processor or place them in a sealed bag and crush with a rolling pin. Mix the crumbs with melted butter until it holds together well, then press firmly into the bottom of your lasagna-style dish to form an even base layer.
- Whip the Minty Cream Layer: In a large chilled bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with peppermint extract (or mint extract) and a few drops of green food coloring until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the whipped topping, instant vanilla pudding mix, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and fluffy.
- Assemble the Layers: Spread half of the mint cream mixture evenly over the cookie crust. If desired, sprinkle white chocolate chips on top, then add the remaining cream mixture, smoothing the surface with a spatula for a clean finish.
- Chill and Garnish: Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow the layers to set. Before serving, garnish with green sprinkles or festive shamrock candies for a celebratory touch.
Notes
- Use cold ingredients and chill your bowl before whipping cream for best results.
- Don’t skip chilling time; it ensures firm layers and clean slices.
- Fold gently to maintain light and airy texture in the filling.
- Choose a high-quality mint extract for authentic shamrock shake flavor.
- Press the cookie crust firmly to avoid crumbling when serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximate)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Shamrock Shake Dessert, Minty Dessert Lasagna, St. Patrick's Day Dessert, No-Bake Mint Dessert, Creamy Mint Lasagna