No-Bake Strawberry Jello Lasagna
A delightful layered dessert combining strawberries with creamy layers and a crumbly Oreo crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Base
- 36 pieces Golden Oreos, crushed Use as a crust.
- 6 tbsp butter, melted Ensure fully melted for mixing.
For the Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Can use low-fat or fat-free for a lighter version.
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups Cool Whip, divided Homemade whipped cream can be used instead.
For the Jello Layer
- 1 package Strawberry Jello (3 oz) Other flavors can be tried.
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced Use to layer on top.
To Serve
- as needed additional strawberry slices for decoration
- as needed extra Cool Whip Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix the crushed Oreos with melted butter in a bowl until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 pan. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in 1 cup of Cool Whip until fully incorporated. Spread this mixture evenly over the chilled Oreo crust. Chill again for at least 30 minutes.
- Dissolve the Strawberry Jello in 1 cup of hot water, stirring until fully dissolved. Let it cool slightly, then pour it over the cream cheese layer.
- Arrange the sliced strawberries evenly over the Jello layer and press them down gently. Chill until the Jello is set, about 2 hours.
- Once the Jello is set, top with the remaining Cool Whip and decorate with more strawberry slices as desired. Chill for at least 3 hours before serving.
Notes
Customize with different fruits or use chocolate syrup for added richness. Make-ahead by preparing a day in advance and store in the fridge.