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Decadent Hot Chocolate Lasagna

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A rich, layered dessert combining chocolate pudding, cookie crust, marshmallow cream, and chocolate ganache, perfect for cozy nights and easy to prepare with no baking required.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups chocolate wafer cookies, crushed
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 packages (3.9 oz each) instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 3 ½ cups cold milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 cup marshmallow fluff
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Optional garnishes: mini marshmallows, chocolate shavings or cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cookie Crust: In a medium bowl, combine crushed chocolate wafer cookies with melted butter. Stir until crumbs are evenly coated and look like wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes to set.
  2. Make the Chocolate Pudding: In a large bowl, whisk together instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk (3 ½ cups) for about 2 minutes until thickened. Pour evenly over chilled cookie crust and smooth the surface. Refrigerate while preparing the next layer.
  3. Prepare the Marshmallow Cream Cheese Layer: Beat softened cream cheese on medium speed until smooth and fluffy (about 2 minutes). Add marshmallow fluff, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined and creamy. Spread gently over the chocolate pudding layer. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
  4. Make the Chocolate Ganache: Place chopped semi-sweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat heavy cream in 30-second intervals until hot but not boiling. Pour hot cream over chocolate and let sit 1-2 minutes. Stir gently until smooth and glossy. Let cool slightly but remain pourable.
  5. Assemble the Final Layer: Pour ganache evenly over marshmallow cream cheese layer. Spread carefully with a spatula. Optionally sprinkle mini marshmallows or chocolate shavings on top.
  6. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate dessert for at least 2 hours before serving to allow layers to firm up. Cut into squares with a warm knife for clean edges and enjoy.

Notes

Crush cookies finely but not into powder for a solid crust. Use cold milk for pudding to help it set faster. Beat cream cheese until very smooth to avoid lumps. Spread layers gently to keep them distinct. Warm ganache just enough to pour without melting layers beneath. Chill thoroughly for best texture and flavor melding.

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Keywords: hot chocolate lasagna, layered dessert, chocolate pudding dessert, no bake dessert, marshmallow fluff dessert, easy chocolate dessert, cozy dessert

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