Strawberry Cheesecake Lush
20 minutes active, 1 hour inactive to prepare serves 14-16
INGREDIENTS
1 package vanilla sandwich cookies (36 cookies)
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 (16 ounce) containers whipped topping, divided
2 packages (3.4 oz each) instant pudding mix, cheesecake flavor
3 cups milk
4 cups sliced strawberries
PREPARATION
Using a food processor, pulse sandwich cookies until they are fine crumbs. You can also place cookies in a large ziploc bag and crush them with a rolling pin or heavy glass.
In a large bowl, mix together the cookie crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press cookie mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish. Chill in refrigerator.
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine powdered sugar, cream cheese, and 1 cup of whipped topping, and beat with electric mixer until smooth. Spread over cookie layer in pan.
In the same bowl, combine pudding mix, milk, and 1 cup of whipped topping, and beat with electric mixer for 2 minutes. Spread over cream cheese layer in pan.
Top with sliced strawberries and spread more whipped topping over the top to cover. Garnish with additional strawberries if desired. Chill until ready to serve.