Creamy Turtle Lasagna Layers (Printer-Friendly)
Chocolate cookies, creamy filling, caramel and fudge drizzles, plus crunchy pecans create an irresistible chilled dessert.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cookies
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30 sturdy chocolate sandwich or wafer cookies
→ Cream Cheese Filling
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227 grams (8 ounces) full-fat cream cheese, softened
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120 grams (1 cup) powdered sugar
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240 ml (1 cup) thawed whipped topping
→ Sauces
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240 ml (1 cup) caramel sauce
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240 ml (1 cup) chocolate fudge sauce
→ Nuts
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85 grams (3 ounces) chopped pecans, lightly toasted
→ Additional
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120 ml (½ cup) whole or 2% milk
# Steps to Make This:
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In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and lump-free.
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Gently fold thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until airy and uniform.
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Quickly dip each chocolate cookie into milk to moisten, then arrange in a snug single layer in a 9x13 inch dish, covering all corners.
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Spread half of the cream cheese filling evenly over the cookie base using an offset spatula or spoon back.
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Drizzle half of the caramel and chocolate fudge sauces over the cream cheese layer in a zigzag pattern, then sprinkle half the chopped pecans evenly.
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Add another layer of dipped cookies, followed by the remaining cream cheese mixture, sauce drizzles, and pecans to complete the top layer.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and firm the layers for slicing.
# Additional Notes:
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Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing to prevent lumps.
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Lightly toast pecans for enhanced flavor.
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Use full-fat dairy ingredients for optimal texture.