No Bake Shamrock Shake (Print Version)
Layers of minty cheesecake, pudding, and whipped topping rest on a crunchy Oreo crust, ideal for celebrations.
# Ingredients:
Cookie Crust Layer
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24 Oreo cookies, crushed (approx. 2 sleeves)
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6 tablespoons salted butter, melted
Cheesecake Layer
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226 grams cream cheese, softened
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50 grams granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
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227 grams Cool Whip Original whipped topping, thawed
Pudding Layer
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96 grams Jello vanilla instant pudding mix
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414 milliliters cold milk
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1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
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Green food coloring, a few drops adjust to desired hue
Topping
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227 grams Cool Whip Extra Creamy whipped topping, thawed
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60 milliliters miniature chocolate chips (optional)
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Green candy sprinkles (optional)
# Instructions:
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Crush Oreos into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin inside a sealed bag. Mix crushed cookies with melted butter and press firmly into the base of a 23x33 cm (9x13 inch) baking dish to form an even crust. Refrigerate until set.
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In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and peppermint extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in thawed Cool Whip until fully incorporated.
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Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the chilled cookie crust in the baking dish. Return to the refrigerator to chill while preparing the pudding layer.
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In a separate bowl, whisk vanilla instant pudding mix with cold milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring. Use a hand mixer to whip the mixture until it thickens.
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Carefully spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cheesecake layer. Chill in refrigerator for at least 3 hours or until fully set.
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Once set, remove from refrigerator and spread the Extra Creamy whipped topping over the pudding layer. Decorate with miniature chocolate chips and green candy sprinkles if desired.
# Notes:
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Prepare this dessert up to 2 days in advance, covering tightly and refrigerating until serving. For longer storage, freeze up to 1 month wrapped securely; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
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Change the theme by adjusting the food coloring in sprinkles for different holidays or occasions.