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Chocolate Peppermint Lush

Chocolate Peppermint Lush

A delightful layered dessert with a chocolate cookie crust, creamy peppermint filling, and whipped topping, perfect for the holidays!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Crust

  • 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies
  • 0.25 cup butter melted

Peppermint Layer

  • 1 package cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 cup whipped topping thawed

Chocolate Layer

  • 0.5 cup chocolate pudding mix instant
  • 2 cups milk

Topping

  • 1 cup whipped topping thawed
  • 0.25 cup chocolate shavings
  • 0.25 cup crushed peppermint candies

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a medium bowl, combine the crushed chocolate cookies and melted butter. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract until smooth. Gently fold in 1 cup of whipped topping.
  • Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cookie crust.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and milk until well combined and slightly thickened. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Spread the chocolate pudding mixture over the cream cheese layer.
  • Top with the remaining 1 cup of whipped topping. Sprinkle with chocolate shavings and crushed peppermint candies.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

This dessert is best served chilled. It can be made a day in advance.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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