This Cake Batter Lush Dessert is a no-bake, layered treat with a rich, creamy texture and the nostalgic flavor of cake batter. It’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or anytime you’re craving a fun and colorful dessert!
Recipe Overview
Servings: 12
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 ½ cups crushed Golden Oreos or vanilla wafer cookies
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Cake Batter Cheesecake Layer:
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp dry yellow cake mix
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)
- ¼ cup rainbow sprinkles
Pudding Layer:
- 1 (3.4-oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- ½ cup dry yellow cake mix
Whipped Topping Layer:
- 2 cups whipped topping
- ¼ cup rainbow sprinkles
- White chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust
Crush the Golden Oreos into fine crumbs and mix them with the melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish. Chill in the fridge while preparing the layers.
2. Make the Cake Batter Cheesecake Layer
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, dry cake mix, and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined. Fold in the whipped topping and rainbow sprinkles. Spread evenly over the chilled crust.
3. Prepare the Pudding Layer
In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and dry cake mix until thickened. Spread over the cheesecake layer.
4. Add the Whipped Topping
Spread the remaining whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer. Sprinkle with additional rainbow sprinkles and white chocolate shavings for extra flair.
5. Chill & Serve
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the layers to set. Slice and serve chilled for a delicious, creamy, cake-flavored delight!
Tips & Variations
- Want more crunch? Add a layer of crushed cookies between layers.
- Switch up flavors! Use Funfetti cake mix for even more sprinkles.
- Make it extra indulgent with a drizzle of white chocolate or caramel.
This Cake Batter Lush Dessert is a dreamy, melt-in-your-mouth treat that tastes like birthday cake in every bite!
Print
Cake Batter Lush Dessert
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Description
This Cake Batter Lush Dessert is a no-bake, layered treat with a rich, creamy texture and the nostalgic flavor of cake batter. It’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or anytime you’re craving a fun and colorful dessert!
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 ½ cups crushed Golden Oreos or vanilla wafer cookies
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Cake Batter Cheesecake Layer:
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp dry yellow cake mix
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)
- ¼ cup rainbow sprinkles
Pudding Layer:
- 1 (3.4-oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- ½ cup dry yellow cake mix
Whipped Topping Layer:
- 2 cups whipped topping
- ¼ cup rainbow sprinkles
- White chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust
Crush the Golden Oreos into fine crumbs and mix them with the melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish. Chill in the fridge while preparing the layers.
2. Make the Cake Batter Cheesecake Layer
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, dry cake mix, and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined. Fold in the whipped topping and rainbow sprinkles. Spread evenly over the chilled crust.
3. Prepare the Pudding Layer
In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and dry cake mix until thickened. Spread over the cheesecake layer.
4. Add the Whipped Topping
Spread the remaining whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer. Sprinkle with additional rainbow sprinkles and white chocolate shavings for extra flair.
5. Chill & Serve
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the layers to set. Slice and serve chilled for a delicious, creamy, cake-flavored delight!
Notes
- Want more crunch? Add a layer of crushed cookies between layers.
- Switch up flavors! Use Funfetti cake mix for even more sprinkles.
- Make it extra indulgent with a drizzle of white chocolate or caramel.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours