Mocha Lasagna
Mocha Lasagna is a decadent no-bake dessert that combines rich chocolate, bold coffee, and creamy layers into a crowd-pleasing treat. Perfect for entertaining or a make-ahead indulgence, this chilled dessert is both easy and irresistible.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 package (about 36) chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 (16 oz) container whipped topping, divided
- 2 (3.9 oz) packages instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 tbsp instant coffee or espresso powder
- 3 cups cold milk
- Chocolate chips or chocolate shavings (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Crush the chocolate sandwich cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor.
- Combine the crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form the crust. Chill in the fridge.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Fold in half of the whipped topping, then spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
- In another bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix, instant coffee or espresso powder, and cold milk until the mixture thickens.
- Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Top with the remaining whipped topping and smooth the surface.
- Sprinkle with chocolate chips or chocolate shavings, if desired.
- Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving for best results.
Notes
Use strong instant espresso powder for a more pronounced coffee flavor.Chill overnight for cleaner slices when serving.Substitute homemade whipped cream for a more natural topping.To make it gluten-free, use certified gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies.Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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