No Bake Oreo Dessert (Easy 4-Layer Recipe for a Crowd)

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Four layers. No oven. Gone in minutes.

Cookie crust, sweet cream cheese, chocolate pudding and a cloud of whipped topping.

  • Prep 20 min
  • Chill 4 hours
  • Serves 12
  • Pan 9×13
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A square slice of no bake Oreo dessert showing cookie crust, cream cheese, chocolate pudding and whipped layers

This no bake Oreo dessert is a cool, creamy, four-layer crowd pleaser that never goes near the oven. It is the dessert that disappears first at every potluck.

Twenty minutes to build. The fridge does the rest.

Take it to a potluck and expect to bring home an empty dish.

Why this dessert works

1

No oven at all

Nothing to bake, so it suits hot days and busy ones.

2

Four clear layers

Each one is a different texture, from crunchy to fluffy.

3

Made for a crowd

Twelve generous squares from one dish.

4

Best made ahead

It slices cleaner after a night in the fridge.

What goes in, and why

  • Oreo cookiesOne regular pack. Crush them whole, filling and all.
  • ButterMelted, to hold the crust together.
  • Cream cheeseFull fat and fully soft, so there are no lumps.
  • Powdered sugarSweetens the cream cheese layer without grit.
  • Instant puddingChocolate, and it must say “instant”. Cook-and-serve will not set.
  • Cold milkWhole milk sets the pudding firmest.
  • Whipped toppingThawed in the fridge. Whipped cream works too.
Overhead view of a no bake Oreo dessert in a 9x13 dish topped with crushed cookies

Tools that make this easier

A food processor makes the crust in seconds.

9x13 glass baking dish with lid

9×13 baking dish

Deep enough for all four layers.

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Food processor

Food processor

Fine cookie crumbs, fast.

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Cordless hand mixer

Hand mixer

A smooth, lump-free cream layer.

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Mixing bowl set with lids

Mixing bowl set

One bowl for each layer.

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Pan size:

No Bake Oreo Dessert

Four cool, creamy layers and no oven.

  • Prep 20 min
  • Chill 4 hours
  • Serves 126
  • Pan 9×138×8

Ingredients

  • Crust
  • Cream cheese layer
  • Pudding layer
  • Top

Method

  1. Make the crust. Stir the fine cookie crumbs and melted butter together. Press firmly into the dish. Chill for 15 minutes.
  2. Make the cream cheese layer. Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in the first amount of whipped topping. Spread over the crust.
  3. Make the pudding layer. Whisk the pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes. Let it stand for 5 minutes to thicken, then spread it over the cream cheese layer.
  4. Add the top. Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pudding. Scatter the roughly crushed cookies on top.
  5. Chill. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Overnight is best.
  6. Slice. Cut into squares with a sharp knife, wiping it clean between cuts.
For neat layers: drop each layer on in spoonfuls, then spread gently. Do not drag the layer underneath.

Tools used

9×13 baking dish  •  Food processor  •  Hand mixer  •  Mixing bowl set

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If something goes wrong

Runny pudding layerWhy: warm milk, or the wrong pudding mix.Fix: use cold milk and instant mix, and whisk a full 2 minutes.
Crust falls apartWhy: it was not pressed down firmly.Fix: pack it with the bottom of a glass and chill before layering.
Layers smearing togetherWhy: the layer below was still soft.Fix: chill 10 minutes between layers.
Lumpy cream cheese layerWhy: the cream cheese was too cold.Fix: let it soften fully, then beat it alone first.

Easy ways to change it up

  • Golden: use golden sandwich cookies and vanilla pudding.
  • Mint: use mint cookies and add a drop of green coloring to the top.
  • Peanut butter: beat ½ cup of peanut butter into the cream cheese layer.
  • Party cups: layer everything in small clear cups.
Close-up of the layers in a slice of no bake Oreo dessert

Make-ahead, storing and freezing

Make ahead: up to 1 day. Add the cookie topping just before serving so it stays crunchy.
Fridge: covered, up to 4 days.
Freezer: up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge.

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Questions people ask

How long does no bake Oreo dessert need to chill?At least 4 hours. For squares that hold their shape, chill it overnight.
Do the Oreos need the filling removed?No. Crush the cookies whole. The cream filling helps the crust hold together.
Can real whipped cream replace whipped topping?Yes. Whip 2¼ cups of heavy cream with ⅓ cup of powdered sugar to stiff peaks. Real cream softens faster, so serve it within 2 days.
Why is my pudding layer not setting?It is almost always the mix or the milk. Use instant pudding, cold whole milk, and whisk for a full 2 minutes.
Can no bake Oreo dessert be frozen?Yes, for up to 1 month. Cover the dish tightly. Thaw it in the fridge overnight, not on the counter.
Does this dessert contain gelatin?No gelatin is added. It sets from the pudding mix. If you avoid gelatin, check the labels on your pudding, cookies and whipped topping.

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