Hot Chocolate Lasagna
A layered dessert combining chocolate pudding, whipped topping, graham crackers, and marshmallows, perfect for potlucks and make-ahead treats.
Ingredients
Base
- 9 whole graham crackers Use chocolate grahams for a richer flavor.
Pudding Layer
- 2 cups chocolate pudding mix Instant chocolate is easiest.
- 2 cups milk Whole or 2% milk works best.
Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Let sit at room temperature for smooth blending.
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups whipped topping Generic brand works well.
Toppings
- 1 cup mini marshmallows Non-negotiable for this recipe.
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup whipped cream for topping
- chocolate syrup for drizzling
Instructions
Assembly
- In a 9×13 inch dish, layer 4 graham crackers on the bottom.
- In a bowl, whisk together chocolate pudding mix and milk until thickened, then pour half over the graham crackers.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping. Spread over the pudding layer.
- Add another layer of graham crackers and top with the remaining chocolate pudding.
- Spread the rest of the cream cheese mixture on top, followed by another layer of graham crackers.
- Spread whipped topping over the top and garnish with mini marshmallows and chocolate chips.
- Drizzle with chocolate syrup and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
For a playful swap, fold chopped candy into the cream cheese layer for crunch, or sprinkle sea salt over the top. Make it a day ahead to save time and stress.