Circus Animal Cookie Lush (Print View)
Layered circus animal cookies, whipped cream, and vanilla pudding for a playful, sweet treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookie Base
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14 ounces circus animal cookies, plus extra for garnish
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Cream Cheese Layer
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
→ Pudding Layer
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1 package (3.6 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
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1 3/4 cups cold milk
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1/2 cup whipped topping, thawed
→ Topping and Decoration
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1/2 cup whipped topping, thawed
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Rainbow sprinkles, optional
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Reserved circus animal cookies, for decoration
# Directions:
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Finely crush circus animal cookies with a food processor or in a zip-top bag using a rolling pin. Combine the crushed cookies with the melted butter and mix until evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form an even crust. Place in the refrigerator while preparing the next layer.
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Beat the softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth and free of lumps. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until blended. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Spread evenly over the chilled cookie base.
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Whisk instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk in a clean bowl until thickened, about 2 minutes. Fold in the thawed whipped topping until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Spread the pudding layer evenly over the cream cheese layer.
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Spread the remaining whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer. Garnish with reserved circus animal cookies and, if desired, rainbow sprinkles.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to allow all layers to set before serving.
# Notes:
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For clean slices, use a sharp knife dipped in hot water, wiping between cuts.