Halloween Lush Recipe – Spooky No-Bake Dessert

There’s something magical about a dessert that looks spooky, tastes dreamy, and doesn’t even need the oven! This Halloween Lush Recipe is a colorful, layered treat with a cookie crust, creamy filling, and playful toppings that will steal the show at your party table. Every bite is a swirl of orange, purple, and green sweet, silky, and just the right amount of festive fun.

Why You’ll Love This Halloween Lush

Halloween desserts should be fun, fast, and a little over the top, right? That’s exactly what this lush delivers. It’s no-bake, so you can whip it up without stressing over oven space. The layers are colorful enough to wow guests, yet the flavors are simple and comforting. Plus, you can make it the night before, leaving you more time to set out the candy bowls and plan your costume.
Don’t miss these gooey Halloween Swirl Cream Cheese Brownies for another festive dessert option.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Crust:

• 36 Oreo cookies, finely crushed
• 6 tablespoons butter, melted

For the Cream Cheese Layer:

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup whipped topping
• Purple food coloring

For the Gelatin Pudding Layer:

• 1 package orange gelatin (3 oz)
• 1 cup boiling water
• 2 cups cold milk
• 1 package instant vanilla pudding (3.4 oz)

For the Whipped Topping Layer:

• 2 cups whipped topping
• Green food coloring
• Halloween sprinkles

How to Make Halloween Lush Recipe

Step 1 – Make the Crust

Crush the Oreos in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Mix with melted butter and press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 dish. Chill while preparing the layers.

Step 2 – Prepare the Gelatin

Dissolve orange gelatin in boiling water. Let cool slightly before combining with the pudding mix in the next step.

Step 3 – Mix the Pudding

Whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Stir in the orange gelatin mixture and chill until it starts to thicken.

Step 4 – Make the Cream Cheese Layer

Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until fluffy. Fold in whipped topping, then tint with purple food coloring. Spread evenly over the cookie crust.

Step 5 – Add the Orange Layer

Pour the orange pudding mixture over the purple cream cheese layer. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 6 – Finish with Green Topping

Tint the remaining whipped topping with green food coloring. Spread gently over the orange layer.

Step 7 – Decorate and Chill

Sprinkle with festive Halloween sprinkles, then cover and chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.

Variations & Fun Twists

• Try chocolate pudding for a rich twist.
• Swap the Oreo crust with graham crackers or ginger snaps for more fall flavor.
• Stir in chopped candy bars or gummy worms for an extra-spooky bite.
• Switch up the colors for other holidays red and green for Christmas, or pastels for Easter.

Equipment You’ll Need

• Food processor
• Mixing bowls
• Spatula
• Hand mixer
• 9×13 baking dish
  
  Serve it alongside savory bites like Halloween Mummy Hotdogs for the perfect party balance.

Storage Tips

Keep Halloween Lush covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. The layers stay creamy and firm, but it’s not freezer-friendly it tends to separate after thawing.

Helpful Tips for Success

• Let the cream cheese soften before mixing so it blends smoothly.
• Make sure your whipped topping is fully thawed for the fluffiest layers.
• Use separate bowls for coloring each layer less mess, better results.
• For clean slices, dip your knife in hot water, then wipe between cuts.

FAQ About Halloween Lush

And that’s it your colorful, crowd-pleasing Halloween dessert is ready to wow! Try it this season, leave a comment, and share your spooky version.
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