No-Bake Christmas Layer Slice

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No-Bake Christmas Layer Slice

A festive, creamy, multi-layered holiday dessert with a buttery sugar-cookie base, smooth vanilla cream filling, and colorful crunchy toppings. Easy, cheerful, and perfect for Christmas parties.

Yield: 1 tray (9×9)
Temp: No-bake
Time: 25 minutes + chilling

Key Ingredients First:

  • Whipped topping or whipped cream
  • Cream cheese
  • Sugar cookie crumbs (for base)

Full Recipe

Ingredients

For the Cookie Base:

  • 2 cups sugar cookie crumbs
  • 6 tbsp melted butter

For the Vanilla Layer:

  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups whipped topping or freshly whipped cream

For the Festive Top Layer:

  • 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
  • ½ cup red & green chocolate candies
  • ½ cup crushed holiday sprinkles
  • Extra whipped topping (about 1 cup)

Instructions

  1. Make the Cookie Base:
    • Mix sugar cookie crumbs with melted butter until sandy.
    • Press firmly into a 9×9 pan lined with parchment.
    • Chill 10 minutes.
  2. Make the Vanilla Filling:
    • Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
    • Add vanilla, then gently fold in whipped topping.
    • Spread over the chilled cookie base.
    • Chill 10–15 minutes to firm slightly.
  3. Add the Festive Layer:
    • Spread a thin layer of whipped topping over the vanilla filling.
    • Sprinkle candies, marshmallows, and holiday sprinkles across the top.
    • Press them lightly so they stick.
  4. Chill & Serve:
    • Refrigerate at least 2 hours before slicing.
    • Cut into clean squares with a hot knife.

Tips for Perfect Layers

  • Use gelatin-free whipped topping for soft, mousse-like texture.
  • Add a layer of crushed peppermint for extra holiday flavor.
  • For a firmer slice, increase cookie crumbs to 2½ cups.
  • Make it ahead — it holds beautifully overnight.

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