Samoa Dessert Lasagna

                              Samoa Dessert Lasagna 

   

      Samoa Dessert Lasagna is a layered dessert that’s inspired by the beloved Samoa cookie! It starts with a coconut shortbread, then layers of creamy chocolate cream cheese, caramel pudding, whipped cream, are added. Finally, it’s topped off with toasted coconut, hot fudge, and caramel!

                           PREP TIME:                 COOKING TIME:                     TOTAL TIME:
                               25 MINS                            2 HOURS                           2HOUR 25 MINS

INGREDIENTS:
FOR THE CRUST:
1 1/2 c. crushed Nilla wafers
1/2 c. toasted shredded coconut
6 tbsp. melted butter

FOR THE CARAMEL LAYER:
1 (10.4-oz.) jar caramel

FOR THE CHOCOLATE LAYER:
2 (3.9-oz.) boxes instant chocolate pudding
2 c. cold milk

FOR THE CREAM CHEESE LAYER:
2 c. heavy cream
1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, softened
1/2 c. powdered sugar

FOR TOPPING:
1 c. toasted, sweetened coconut flakes
1/2 c. chocolate chips, melted
Caramel, warmed, for drizzling

METHOD:
1.Preheat oven to 350°. In a medium bowl, combine crushed Nillas, coconut, and melted butter, press into the bottom of a 9”-x-13” baking dish and bake until golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool.

2.Pour caramel over cooled crust and spread into an even layer.

3.In another medium bowl, combine pudding mix and milk; whisk until thickened. Pour over caramel and smooth into an even layer.

4.In a large bowl, beat heavy cream into stiff peaks.

5.In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until no lumps remain, then fold in whipped cream.

6.Spoon mixture over pudding and smooth into an even layer. 7.Refrigerate until well chilled, at least 2 hours.

8.When ready to serve, top with toasted coconut and drizzle with melted chocolate and caramel.

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