Christmas Lasagna Dessert
A festive twist on traditional lasagna, featuring layers of red velvet cake, cream cheese filling, and vanilla pudding, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Cake Layer
- 2 cups red velvet cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure it's adequately softened for smooth mixing.
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping Can use store-bought or homemade.
Pudding Layer
- 2 cups instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 cups milk
Toppings
- More whipped topping for layering Use as desired for garnish.
- Festive sprinkles for topping To add a festive touch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, melted butter, and egg. Stir until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake as per package instructions until thoroughly cooked.
- Allow the cake to cool completely after baking.
Cream Cheese Layer
- In another bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Gently fold in whipped topping until light and fluffy.
Pudding Layer
- In a separate bowl, whisk together instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until thickened.
Assembly
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled red velvet cake layer.
- Pour the pudding mixture on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Spread a layer of whipped topping over the pudding layer.
- Sprinkle festive decorations on top.
Chill
- Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours to allow layers to meld together.
- Once chilled, cut into squares for serving.
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Notes
Make sure to store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 5 days. For a gluten-free option, substitute the cake mix with a gluten-free variety.