20-Minute No-Bake Oreo Cream Cheese Pudding Trifle
A rich, creamy no-bake dessert featuring layers of smooth vanilla pudding mixed with cream cheese, crushed Oreo cookies, and fluffy whipped topping. This crowd-pleasing trifle requires no special skills or baking, making it perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or when you need an impressive dessert without the fuss. The combination of tangy cream cheese, sweet vanilla pudding, and chocolatey cookie crumbs creates irresistible layers that get even better after chilling.
Ingredients
- 1 1 lb 3 oz package Oreos, family sizechocolate sandwich cookies1:1
any brand works
- 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- ¼ cup butter, real butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 3 cup whole milk
- 2 3/4 ounce box vanilla instant pudding mixhomemade vanilla pudding1:1
must be cooled completely
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 12 ounces Cool Whip, divided 8 ounces and 4 ounces
Instructions
- 1
Reserve cookies for garnish and crush remaining Oreos in a sealed bag using a meat mallet or rolling pin
- 2
Whisk milk and pudding mix until smooth and chill until set
- 3
Beat cream cheese and butter in electric mixer until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla
- 4
Mix pudding mixture into cream cheese mixture on low speed until combined and smooth
- 5
Gently fold in Cool Whip to keep mixture fluffy
- 6
Layer pudding mixture and crushed Oreos alternately in large bowl or trifle dish
- 7
Top with remaining Cool Whip and garnish with reserved whole or crushed cookies
- 8
Cover and chill before serving
Tips
Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to crush Oreos in a sealed bag for easy cleanup and even pieces
Let cream cheese and butter come to room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture
Fold Cool Whip gently to maintain the fluffy texture of the final dessert
Good to Know
Cover tightly and store up to 2 days in refrigerator
Can be made up to 2 days in advance, flavors meld beautifully
Serve chilled after 30 minutes to 2 hours of refrigeration
Common Mistakes
Fold Cool Whip gently to avoid deflating the fluffy texture
Ensure cream cheese is fully room temperature to avoid lumps in mixture
Substitutions
any brand works
must be cooled completely
FAQ
Can I make this trifle ahead of time?
Yes, this trifle actually improves after chilling and can be made up to 2 days in advance. The flavors meld beautifully and the texture becomes even more creamy.
What if I don't have a trifle dish?
Any large clear bowl works perfectly to show off the beautiful layers. You can also use individual glasses or mason jars for single servings.
How long will this keep in the refrigerator?
Store covered tightly for up to 2 days in the refrigerator. The cookies will soften over time but the dessert remains delicious.