Milk & Cookies Lasagna

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posted by Liz Berg

on May 9, 2016 (updated 6/12/23)

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Did you think lasagna was just a layered pasta entree? Nope, this dreamy Milk and Cookies Lasagna is an unforgettable, decadent dessert!

This No-Bake Chocolate Lasagna is an ideal summer recipe during those heat waves when you don’t want to turn on the oven!

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Table of Contents hide

1 Why You Must Make

2 Ingredient Notes

3 Recipe Tips

4 How to Make

5 How to Make Stabilized Whipped Cream or a Cool Whip Substitute

6 Frequently Asked Questions

7 You May Also Like

Why You Must Make

No oven is needed to make this fun dessert!
I’ve swapped out the Cool Whip for my homemade version to minimize the processed ingredients.
Though the chocolate chip cookies are storebought, they don’t sacrifice the flavor!!

It’s my favorite day of the month! I hopped over to Hugs & Cookies XOXO and selected an easy, outrageously delicious dessert to share with you all. Have you heard of dessert lasagna?

Danielle has loads of them on her blog, includingS’mores Cookie Lasagna, a No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Cookie Lasagna, and thisMilk and Cookies Lasagna. With the hubby being a Chips Ahoy fan, I knew this Milk & Cookies Lasagna would be the first to add to my repertoire!

Ingredient Notes

Kitchen Staples– Milk, Powdered Sugar, Real Vanilla Extract
Cream Cheese – At room temperature for easy blending
Heavy Cream – Used for homemade Cool Whip replacement
Chips Ahoy Cookies – 23-ounce package
Mini Chocolate Chips – To add more chocolate to this dessert
Hot Fudge Sauce – To drizzle over the top of the dessert.

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Recipe Tips

Use a chilled bowl to whip the cream. This helps make a more stable whipped cream.
Use an offset spatula to smooth the layers. It’s one of my most used baking tools especially when making bar cookies.
Chill well before serving to allow the cookies to soften even more and the layers to set.
Slice with a clean knife, wiping it off between every cut. This will help make nice slices.

How to Make

This is the perfect warm-weather dessert. Absolutely NO baking is involved in this cookie lasagna recipe.

Make the Cool Whip substitute. Set aside.
Beat the heavy cream to soft peaks, then add the cream cheese and beat until stiff.
Quickly dip each cookie into the milk, then layer the bottom of a glass 8 x 8-inch pan with cookies.
Spread half the Cool Whip over the cookies.
Repeat by dipping cookies, layering over Cook Whip then top the second layer of cookies with the rest of the Cool Whip.
Sprinkle with broken cookie pieces, then sprinkle chocolate chips over the top, if desired.
Refrigerate for at least 6 hours. Drizzle with fudge sauce to serve.

Let me tell you, this is a must-make. But if you’re in a hurry, no worries. A tub of Cool Whip is a speedy alternative. I saved a few cookies to break apart and sprinkle over the top of the dessert plus a drizzle of premium hot fudge sauce for an enticing presentation!

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How to Make Stabilized Whipped Cream or a Cool Whip Substitute

My friend, Lynne, at 365 Days of Baking, has a terrific recipe for a Cool Whip Substitute. Made with cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream, you avoid the abundance of artificial ingredients in Cool Whip. If you are a fan of the whipped topping in a tub, go ahead and use it. This dessert lasagna recipe is super simple either way.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a dessert lasagna?

As you know, lasagna or lasagne is a savory dish made by layering cooked lasagna noodles, cheese, and sauce before cooking. A dessert lasagna is any layered sweet recipe using cookies or graham crackers instead of pasta.

Can Other Cookies Be Used?

Yes, feel free to use homemade chocolate chip cookies, chocolate wafers, or even Oreos. Just make sure to dip them in milk to start the softening process.

Can I use Cool Whip instead of the doctored-up whipped cream?

Yes, feel free to use Cool Whip if you enjoy it. It will decrease the number of steps in this recipe.

Can this Chocolate Lasagna Be Made in Another Sized Pan?

Yes, you can double the recipe and layer it in a 9 x 13-inch pan or even in a trifle bowl.

Prep Time20 minutes

Total Time20 minutes

Yield9 servings

A no bake dessert filled with cookies and cream! Homemade Cool Whip substitute from Lynne at 365 Days of Baking and More. Stop by and say hello.

Ingredients

Homemade Cool Whip:

4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup heavy cream

For lasagna:

1 23-ounce package Chips Ahoy Cookies
3/4 cup milk
1 8-ounce container of Cool Whip or use ingredients listed above to make a homemade version
Mini Chocolate Chips
Hot fudge sauce

Instructions

Make the Cool Whip substitute by beating the cream cheese with the powdered sugar and vanilla until soft and fluffy.
In another bowl, beat the heavy cream just until soft peaks form. They need not be stiff. Add the cream cheese and beat together until stiff. Use immediately to make the lasagna or store covered in the refrigerator.
One at a time, quickly dip a cookie into the milk, then layer the bottom of a glass 8 x 8-inch pan with cookies.
Spread half the Cool Whip over cookies.
Repeat by dipping cookies, layering over Cook Whip and topping the second layer of cookies with the rest of the Cool Whip.
Sprinkle with broken cookie pieces, then sprinkle chocolate chips over the top, if desired.
Refrigerate at least 6 hours. Drizzle with fudge sauce to serve.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1 slice
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 724Total Fat: 47gSaturated Fat: 26gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 334mgCarbohydrates: 73gFiber: 3gSugar: 45gProtein: 8g

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36 Comments on “Milk & Cookies Lasagna”

wilhelmina — December 9, 2020 @ 7:17 pm Reply

Dessert lasagna is totally where it’s at and this cookies and cream version is no exception! It was so delicious and super easy to make!
Toni Dash — December 9, 2020 @ 6:27 am Reply

This is SO ahhmazing!! My kids can’t stop eating this!
Lindsay Cotter — December 8, 2020 @ 7:52 pm Reply

This dessert is heavenly! It was so easy to make! Was a big hit with everyone!
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes — December 8, 2020 @ 4:01 pm Reply

This came out perfect!
Nothing better than a warm cookie with my cup of coffee in the morning

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cathy — December 8, 2020 @ 10:44 am Reply

Absolutely delicious, one of my favorite dessert recipes. The family loves it.
Karen — June 8, 2016 @ 1:43 am Reply

That is really decadent, and thanks so much for the Cool Whip substitute! Gotta try that =)
Blackswan — June 8, 2016 @ 1:37 am Reply

Gosh, my son will love this! Cookies Lasagna? Why not?? xoxo
The Ninja Baker — May 14, 2016 @ 2:07 am Reply

Wow-wee! Divine decadence American style…Love that it’s no-bake and would be delighted to try your version of the Cool Whip =)
Christie — May 13, 2016 @ 6:13 am Reply

Cool whip and chips ahoy together, this has GOT to be amazing!!!
Megan @ MegUnprocessed — May 12, 2016 @ 2:08 am Reply

Love the idea of a cookie lasagna!
Alison - Celebrating Sweets — May 11, 2016 @ 6:06 pm Reply

I’m totally making this for my son to celebrate the end of the school year!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious — May 11, 2016 @ 5:24 pm Reply

This looks like the go-to recipe of the summer for potlucks!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious — May 11, 2016 @ 5:24 pm Reply

This looks like the go-to recipe of the summer for potlucks!
Kristen Chidsey — May 11, 2016 @ 2:02 pm Reply

I love cookies and lasagna, so this is so for me!
Sandra — May 11, 2016 @ 10:16 am Reply

Thank you for giving me my first dessert idea for Memorial Day! I may have to hide this from Gabbi she is going to love it.
Eva — May 11, 2016 @ 8:01 am Reply

Oh là là Liz ! It’s just so good! I’m having my coffee and I dye for a little piece of it! So decadent !
Lauren kelly nutrition — May 11, 2016 @ 6:08 am Reply

This blows my mind! My family would love this!
Heather @ Heather Likes Fo — May 10, 2016 @ 11:15 pm Reply

Love how simple this is!
susan / the wimpy vegetarian.com — May 10, 2016 @ 10:43 pm Reply

I’m pretty sure I could consider this dinner some night 🙂 It really looks wonderful!!!
Winnie — May 10, 2016 @ 4:30 pm Reply

Pasta??
Woww – this looks GOOD !! Definitely unique and I need to try it 🙂
Megan - The Emotional Baker — May 10, 2016 @ 2:58 pm Reply

I’ve heard of dessert lasagna, but never tried it. This looks so decadent and delicious 🙂
Rahul @samosastreet.com — May 10, 2016 @ 2:56 pm Reply

This looks absolutely incredible! I would totally forgo dinner and go straight to dessert for this! Seriously amazing dessert!
GiGi Eats — May 10, 2016 @ 1:48 pm Reply

I just fainted from how delicious this looks. Luckily, I was able to get myself up so I could comment and compliment you on such a tasty looking treat!
Lise @MomLovesBaking — May 10, 2016 @ 1:01 pm Reply

You had me at milk and cookies. LOL! Yum. 🙂
Kathy — May 10, 2016 @ 10:25 am Reply

Never had this kind of Lasagna before…sounds fabulous and so easy.
Meaghan Mountford — May 10, 2016 @ 9:35 am Reply

It’s like everything awesome in one dessert.
handmade by amalia — May 9, 2016 @ 11:56 pm Reply

My morning coffee looks lonely, in need of a treat. Big sigh.
Amalia
xo
danielle — May 9, 2016 @ 7:46 pm Reply

OOoh Liz, now I have to remake this with your filling, Sounds awesome!!! Another awesome month for us sweetie pies!! xoxo
Lynn@Happier Than A Pig In Mud — May 9, 2016 @ 6:07 pm Reply

Perfect for when the weather warms up! It will warm up, right? Right???
Laura | Tutti Dolci — May 9, 2016 @ 5:42 pm Reply

What a fun summery dessert, love your homemade cool whip!
Ruwani — May 9, 2016 @ 3:20 pm Reply

I love lasagna and this is the first time I herd of dessert lasagna . Wow !! These looks so good Liz !
cheri — May 9, 2016 @ 2:08 pm Reply

Oh my goodness Liz, this looks quite decadent, sure to be a new family favorite.
Debra Eliotseats — May 9, 2016 @ 12:13 pm Reply

Good grief, Liz! Can this be any more decadent?
Angie@Angie's Recipes — May 9, 2016 @ 10:39 am Reply

What a unique sweet lasagna!
Medeja — May 9, 2016 @ 8:32 am Reply

Sooo sweet!
Eva Taylor — May 9, 2016 @ 5:51 am Reply

I haven’t had cool whip for years! Or chips ahoy cookies! I’m totally surprised they still make cool whip (so full of chemicals). I’m really glad you made your own substitute (which sounds and tastes so much better). Making a sweet ‘lasagna’ is very creative, it also sounds and looks like it could be a tiramisu!
I made your twice baked, baked potato last night (except with gruyère cheese), it was so good! JT and I just shared one potato!

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