With 20 minutes of prep, this no-bake Oreo Delight will be ready to set in the fridge. Perfect for entertaining, you can make this pudding dessert easily in advance. With a chocolate cookie crust and an extra creamy filling, every bite is a chocolate lover’s dream.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Gina Raved: “The second I saw Oreo and No Bake I was all in! This was not only so easy to make, but incredibly delicious! My kind of dessert!”
This recipe was originally published in 2022, updated in 2023, and again in 2026 to improve clarity and consistency. I’ve simplified the instructions and added helpful tips for a better reader experience.
Oreo Delight, also often known as Oreo Pudding Dessert, is a classic treat that I’ve been making my kids for years. Be prepared, it will become your new favorite no-bake chocolate dessert since it uses less than 10 ingredients and is assembled in minutes!
When it’s peak summertime, I have little to no desire to turn my oven on. That’s when I look to this heavenly no-bake dessert recipe. With luscious layers of whipped cream, chocolate pudding, and a cookie crust, every bite is so addicting it’s difficult to not eat the whole dish! This recipe makes enough for 12-20 people, which is a good thing since I guarantee everyone will return for seconds.
If you love an Oreo treat, you have to also try my Copycat Oreo Crumbl Cookies, this simple Oreo fluff or this Oreo Cheesecake Recipe.
Reader Review: “Enjoyed this for dessert tonight and it did not disappoint! Easy, cool and delicious; definitely, a new favorite recipe!” – Sara
Why You’ll Love this Recipe
- Made with homemade Cool Whip. It’s an easy swap that is beyond delicious and takes no time at all. You can always go with store-bought instead, but don’t! I promise it’s worth the quick extra step and healthier for you!
- Perfect for beginner bakers. If you’re newer to making sweet treats, this Oreo Delight is about as easy as it gets! It’s so decadent with minimal hassle.
- Feeding a crowd? Dessert is solved. Make this no-bake recipe and I guarantee you’ll have no leftovers (we rarely do!).
- Prefer to use storebought Cool Whip? I’ve got you covered in the recipe!
Kathleen’s Tip: One of my favorite parts about this Oreo pudding is that you can make it in all sorts of containers or vessels. Cut the recipe in half or make individual servings in small cups to fit the theme for any party or gathering.
Ingredients
- Oreo Cookies (regular or double stuff) | You will need one family size pack
- Butter | regular or unsalted, I use regular. I tend to like my baked goods with a bit more salt.
- Heavy Whipping Cream | I used organic, this is in place of Cool Whip
- Cream Cheese | Regular or Neufchatel works fine here, try plant based too!
- Powdered Sugar | Also called confectioners sugar and icing sugar
- Instant Chocolate Pudding | Use a quality chocolate pudding mix, this is what gives it the most creamy, chocolately taste!
- Vanilla Extract | Make your own vanilla extract! Or try this dreamy Rodelle Vanilla Extract.
- Cold Milk | I use whole milk, but other percentages may be used
How To Make Oreo Delight
Step 1 | Prepare the Oreo Cookie Crust
Prepare the crust by crushing Oreos in a food processor, with mostly fine crumbs, leaving a few big chunks for some texture.
You can also simply put the cookies in a baggie and use a rolling pin to turn into a crumble. Also, reserve some of the crushed cookies to use as a topping.
Recipe Tip: If desired, reduce the butter to ¼ cup, the crust may not stick together as well, but it will still be delicious!
Combine the crushed Oreos with melted butter, then press the crust into the bottom of your baking dish. Refrigerate for later.
Recipe Tip – Lower Sugar
- You don’t need much sugar, as this dish is rather sweet. In fact, I’ve drastically reduced the sugar typically found in Oreo desserts! Win-win without compromise!
Step 2 | Make Homemade Cool Whip
In a stand mixer with a whisk attachment, whip the heavy cream, either with a stand or hand mixer, until you see soft peaks begin to form. Turn the mixer to low and incorporate small amounts of powdered sugar at a time.
Add the vanilla extract and continue whisking until the stiff peaks form. Transfer to the fridge until it is needed during the next step.
Step 3 | Make the Cream Cheese Layer
In a separate mixing bowl, beat your room temperature cream cheese. Once it becomes light and fluffy, add up to ¼ – ½ cup of powdered sugar and continue beating until it has a smooth, pillowy texture. Gently fold in half of the whipped cream with a rubber spatula until well combined.
Using an offset spatula, spread the cream cheese mixture over the chilled Oreo crust, then return it to the refrigerator.
Step 4 | Chocolate Pudding Layer
Now prepare the creamy chocolate pudding. Pour milk and instant pudding into a large bowl and whisk — I like to use my mixer for this step as well.
Once combined, let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken, then spread it over the whipped cream (aka homemade Cool Whip) layer.
Step 5 | Final layer and finishing touches
Finally, spread the remaining homemade Cool Whip on top and sprinkle with leftover cookie crumbs. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
If desired, break up a few more Oreo cookies to spread along with the leftover crumbs, or try adding some white and or dark chocolate shavings to the top as well.
Ta-da! A gorgeous, feed a crowd, make-ahead, no-bake Oreo dessert pudding you and your guests will love!
Variations
- Try a different Oreo flavor. Green mint, birthday cake or seasonal gingerbread would make for a fun festive treat.
- Customize the flavors with mix-ins. Add in some fresh strawberries or a drizzle of caramel or hot fudge sauce.
- This recipe can be made in almost any container. Use small cups for a bite-sized dessert that’s easy to grab and snack on. This puts the layers on full view, making a fantastic presentation. Many people also call this Dirt Cups or Dirt Pudding.
- Swap the pudding flavor, the options are endless! Use white chocolate pudding, vanilla pudding, butterscotch and others in place of the chocolate pudding. Using chocolate pudding gives it a chocolate cream pie flavor.
- Make the Oreo pudding easily Gluten-Free. Use Gluten-Free Oreo Cookies and the rest is history! Everything else is already gluten-free, so dig in and enjoy this gluten-free dessert.
Expert Tips
- Remember to plan enough time for the Oreo pudding to chill. This recipe takes 4 hours to set up in the refrigerator before serving, so give yourself plenty of time when making it! It’s best to prepare this the day before.
- Avoid whipping the cream for too long. This will make the texture so stiff it may even begin to turn into butter!
- Make the homemade whipped cream within 30-60 minutes before assembling, so that it’s nice and fresh for a pillowy texture.
- Don’t crush the Oreo cookies too fine, you want some bigger chunks as well to add bursts of chocolate cookie flavor in every bite.
- If your pudding is a little thin after whipping, try whipping again to see if it stiffens after sitting for another 5 minutes; you may have not mixed it for long enough.
Storage
Stored in the refrigerator, this easy Oreo pudding dessert recipe will last up to 5 days. It’s the perfect sweet treat for when you need a make-ahead recipe for your next family event.
You may also freeze this no-bake Oreo dessert and serve frozen. Be cautious when thawing as the texture may not be as creamy and soft.
Common Questions for Desserts with Oreos
You can, but I really recommend making homemade whipped cream! It’s absolutely delicious and takes very little time to whip up — no pun intended. Plus no yucky ingredients!
If you go with store bought whipped cream, be sure to use Cool Whip or whipped topping that comes in a tub and not a spray can.
You need at least 40 cookies, so one family size pack would be perfect. The regular packs don’t have enough, so you would need at least two.
Absolutely! This dish actually stays well for weeks in the freezer, making it great to prepare in advance. Enjoy frozen or may thaw in fridge if desired, though consistency may change.
From my research, yes, Oreo cookies are now and always have been vegan!
Want to make this Oreo dessert dairy free? Use coconut based whipped cream, plant-based cream cheese, use a plant based milk to make your pudding and you are all set! Let me know if you try it!
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Updated in 2023 and 2026, this Oreo dessert pudding recipe now includes clearer steps and tips for the best no-bake results every time.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Suzanne raved, “Made this for my 4th of July birthday! Used real whipped cream. It was delicious!!!”
Ingredients
Oreo Cookie Crust
- 40 cookies Oreo cookies Family size pack; Regular, Double Stuf or Gluten-Free
- ¼ – ½ cup butter unsalted or salted
Homemade Cool Whip (divided in recipe) Or two 8 ounce containers Cool Whip thawed
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream (if thicker layers desired, add additional ½ – 1 cups whipping cream)
- 2 – 4 tablespoons powdered sugar to taste, I used 2 ½
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 ounces cream cheese regular or Neufchâtel, room temperature
- ¼ – ½ cup powdered sugar I used ¼ cup
Chocolate Pudding Layer
- 2 3.9 ounce packages instant chocolate pudding
- 3¼ cups milk Cold, any % should work, I like Whole Milk
Instructions
Make Homemade Cool Whip
- If you are using store bought Cool Whip (2 8-ounce containers), you may skip this step, (make sure it's thawed)! Check out my homemade Cool Whip post! In the bowl of a stand mixer, pour in heavy whipping cream and attach whisk attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.2 cups heavy whipping cream
- With the mixer on low, add in the powdered sugar a little at a time, this is a pretty sweet dessert, you don’t need the whipping cream to be super sweet.2 – 4 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Add the vanilla extract and whip on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Watch it though, it can go from whipped cream to butter in no time. Store in the fridge until ready to use, but try and use within the first 30-60 minutes of whipping.1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Oreo Cookie Crust
- Crush the Oreos into medium crumbs, not too fine. You want some chunks. Crush in food processor, pulsing until desired consistency or place in gallon freezer baggie and use rolling pin to crush.40 cookies Oreo cookies
- Reserve ¼ – ⅓ cup Oreo crumbs for topping.
- Place the balance of crushed Oreos in a medium bowl, stir in cooled melted butter until combined. Press Oreo crumb mixture into the bottom of a 13×9 inch baking dish. I like to use a piece of plastic wrap and press firmly. Refrigerate while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.¼ – ½ cup butter
Cream Cheese Layer
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, light and fluffy. Add ¼ – ½ cup of powdered sugar and beat until smooth. Fold in half of the homemade cool whip mixture and spread evenly over the Oreo crust. Refrigerate while making the pudding layer.*If using storebought Cool Whip: Use at least half to all of the 8-ounce thawed container here.8 ounces cream cheese, ¼ – ½ cup powdered sugar
Pudding Layer
- In a large mixing bowl, with a hand or stand mixer with the whisk attachment, mix the pudding and cold milk for 2-3 minutes. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then spread pudding over the cream cheese layer.2 3.9 ounce packages instant chocolate pudding, 3¼ cups milk
Final Layer
- Top with the rest of the homemade cool whip* and top with reserved crushed Oreos, I like to add a few extra larger chunks of Oreo's as well. *Use half or all of the second 8-ounce container if using storebought Cool Whip.
- Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight to set.
Notes
- I really recommend making homemade whipped cream! It’s absolutely delicious and takes very little time to whip up — no pun intended. Plus no yucky ingredients!
- If you go with store-bought whipped cream, be sure to use Cool Whip or Whipped topping that comes in a tub and not a spray can, thawed. You will need 2 8-ounce containers, thawed.
- You need at least 40 cookies, so one family size pack would be perfect. The regular packs don’t have enough so that you would need at least two.
Nutrition
Suzanne Core
Made this for my 4th of July birthday! Used real whipped cream. It was delicious!!!
So glad you loved it Suzanne!! It’s so much better with real whipped cream!
Gina
The second I saw Oreo and No Bake I was all in! This was not only so easy to make but incredibly delicious! My kind of dessert!
Yay!!!
Dina and Bruce
Saving,making, yum!
Yessss!!
Sara Welch
Enjoyed this for dessert tonight and it did not disappoint! Easy, cool and delicious; definitely, a new favorite recipe!
So glad you all liked it!
Bobby
This dessert is so good! The homemade cool whip really is incredible and takes it up to the next level. Thank you!
Thanks!! I agree!
Shashi at Savory Spin
This is such a winner of a dessert recipe – I simply love that there’s less sugar than a traditional oreo treat! Hard to not get seconds with this one.
Yessss!
Erin
Simply OBSESSED with this Oreo Dessert Pudding. I love that we make our own whipped cream for it and simply layer that with all the other ingredients together. My family adored this, and I can’t wait to make it again!
Thank you so much, so glad you all loved it!
Julie
I couldn’t wait to give this a try. The only issue is I didn’t have enough leftovers! It was so good. I just loved how cold and creamy this dessert is. This will be a regular on my table.
Love hearing that Julie!
Heather Johnson
really tasty – i love this and wanted to make one more from scratch than just all packaged – really yum!
Thanks Heather, so glad you loved it!
Andrea
Oreo lover here! I love this recipe so much. I love combing cream cheese with oreos, it pairs so well. Not to mention this recipe is so easy!
They do pair so very well don’t they!
MJ
My husband and kids LOVE Oreo desserts, and this one was a hit! I’ll have to try your suggestion for adding gingerbread flavoring around the holidays. Yum!
Yippee! Love it!
Carrie Robinson
I am loving every layer of this! Such a perfect dessert. 🙂
Thank you Carrie, it’s an adventure in every bite for sure!
Anjali
This classic dessert totally brings me back to my childhood!! Made it for my kids today and they absolutely loved it!
Wow, your kids must have been thrilled!
Min
The whole family loved this! And I may have eaten more than my fair share! If I could give this 6 stars I would!!
Aw, thank you so much Min! That means so much, pretty sure my family would agree!
Michaela Kenkel
We had this last weekend for family dinner as our dessert and I wish I could give it 100 stars!! SO GOOD!!
You are so sweet, but then again so is this dessert! 🙂
Susannah
This was absolutely heavenly! I highly recommend making this as often as possible. Will be my go-to “friends are coming over” dessert from now on.
Such a great “friends are coming over” dessert!!
Nikki
The perfect combination. Oreo and creamy chocolate! Our favorite dessert!
Thank you so much!