Cinnamon Roll Lush Dessert

This Cinnamon Roll Lush Dessert is a delicious and indulgent treat that is perfect for any occasion. Made with layers of sweet golden Oreo cookies, creamy cheesecake filling, and cinnamon roll pudding, this dessert will be the star of any dessert table.

slice of cinnamon roll lush dessert on a plate with a bite missing.

But what truly sets our cinnamon dessert apart is the smooth and creamy cheesecake filling. Made with real cream cheese and just the right amount of sweetness, this filling adds a rich and decadent layer to this creamy dessert recipe.

slice of cinnamon roll lush dessert in the baking dish.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • It’s a simple dessert so you don’t have to worry about spending a lot of time in the grocery store looking for specialty ingredients.
  • It’s creamy and sweet and is perfect for potlucks and parties.
  • Plus, it’s a no bake recipe so you don’t have to worry about heating the house with the oven.

🛒Ingredients

bowls of cinnabon pudding, cream cheese, cool whip, pudding mix, milk, powdered sugar, butter, vanilla, and golden oreo cookies.

You only need simple ingredients so don’t worry about having a high grocery store this week at the store. Plus, it doesn’t take a lot of effort to make.

  • Cool whip
  • Cream cheese
  • Powdered sugar
  • Milk
  • Oreos
  • Butter
  • Vanilla pudding
  • Cinnabon Pudding
  • Vanilla

See the recipe card below for quantities.

🔪 How to Make Cinnamon Roll Lush Dessert

Making this creamy cinnamon dessert takes a little bit of effort but it’s worth it. Just follow these step-by-step instructions and you will have a creamy dessert to share with your family and friends in no time at all.

melted butter being added to a bowl full of crushed golden oreo cookies.

Step 1: Make the crust

Begin by placing Oreos in a food processor and crushing them until you get fine cookie crumbs.  Place the cookie crumbs in a bowl and add melted butter, stir until crumbs and butter are thoroughly mixed.

Oreo crust being pressed into a casserole dish.

Step 2: Add the crust to the pan

Use an 8×8 dish and add parchment paper to the bottom of the dish. Then pour the cookie crumbs into the dish and press the crumbs into the bottom of the dish. You can use the back of a spoon to press the crumbs into the corners. Place in the freezer until you are ready to pour the first layer of cheesecake.

cream cheese and powdered sugar being mixed together in a glass bowl.

Step 3: Make the cheesecake layer

In a large mixing bowl, mix cream cheese, and powdered sugar, stir until combined, and then add One Cinnabon pudding cup and mix well with the cream cheese filling. Stir until the cheesecake layer is smooth and mixed evenly. Add the cheesecake layer to the crust layer and spread evenly. Place in the freezer while you mix up the next layer.

vanilla pudding layer being spread on top of the cream cheese layer in a baking dish.

Step 4: Make the pudding layer

In a large mixing bowl, add vanilla pudding mix and the 5 remaining cinnabon pudding cups, then add milk and stir until a thick pudding has formed. Next, add one cup of cool whip and stir again. Place the pudding layer on top of the cheesecake layer and spread evenly.

slice of cinnamon roll lush dessert on a plate.

Step 5: Finish and chill

Add an even layer of Cool Whip over the top of the pudding layer and place back in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.

📝Variations

Do you want to change up this recipe and make it your own? Here are some ways that you can do that!

  • Crust: Instead of using vanilla cookies try using cinnamon graham crackers instead.
  • Topping: For even more flavor on the top of this lush dessert, top it with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.
  • Add some crunch: For a little crunch, sprinkle the top of this sweet treat with Cinnamon Toast Crunch.

If you are a fan of sweet lush dessert recipes then next time you may want to give this Pineapple Lush a try.

slice of cinnamon roll lush dessert on a plate.

🥄 Equipment

Here is a list of the kitchen tools that you will need to make this sweet recipe:

  • mixing bowls
  • hand mixer
  • food processor
  • 9×13 baking dish

🥫 Storage

Store the cinnamon lush dessert in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. If you don’t have a lid you can cover your dish with plastic wrap to keep it fresh.

Serve With

This creamy dessert goes so well with most meals, a few of our favorites to pair with this dessert are Slow Cooker Pizza Sloppy Joes, Big Mac Tacos, Air Fryer Surf, and Turf Packets.

💭 Tips

Here are a few tips that you can use to ensure this recipe turns out perfectly for you when you make it.

  • Make sure that you use room temperature cream cheese so that your cheesecake layer is smooth and free of lumps.
  • If you don’t have a food processor you can use a storage bag and a rolling pin to crush your cookies.
  • Make sure to chill the dessert between layers to keep your layers separate.
  • Use a gentle hand when you are spreading the next layer so that you don’t mix the layers.

⁉️ FAQ

Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.

Why is it called a lush dessert?

It’s called a lush because of it’s rich, creamy, and lush layers.

Can you freeze a lush dessert?

Yes, it can be frozen for up to three months. Just make sure to tightly cover it with plastic wrap and then foil.

Is a lush dessert the same as a dessert lasagna?

Yes, they are both the same dessert just different names.

🍽 More Cinnamon Recipes

Do you enjoy cinnamon? If so, give these recipes a try:

🧾Recipe Card

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slice of cinnamon roll lush dessert on a plate with a bite missing.

Cinnamon Roll Lush Dessert

This Cinnamon Roll Lush Dessert is made with a cookie base, creamy cheesecake layer, cinnamon pudding, and topped off with whipped cream.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 9 Servings
Calories: 716kcal

Ingredients

  • 35 Golden Oreo Cookies
  • 5 tablespoons melted butter
  • 16 ounces Cool whip
  • 1 cup milk
  • 5.1 ounces Vanilla pudding mix
  • 6 pack cinnabon pudding cups
  • 3.4 ounces White chocolate pudding
  • 16 ounces Cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Begin by placing oreos in a food processor and crushing them until you get fine cookie crumbs.
  • Place the cookie crumbs in a bowl and add melted butter, stir until crumbs and butter are thoroughly mixed.
  • Use an 8×8 dish and add parchment paper to the bottom of the dish. Then pour the cookie crumbs into the dish and press the crumbs into the bottom of the dish. You can use the back of a spoon to press the crumbs into the corners. Place in the freezer until you are ready to pour the first layer of cheesecake.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix cream cheese and powdered sugar, stir until combined and then add One cinnabon pudding cups and mix well with the cream cheese filling. Stir until the cheesecake layer is smooth and mixed evenly.
  • Add the cheesecake layer to the crust layer and spread evenly. Place in the freezer while you mix up the next layer.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add vanilla pudding mix and the 5 remaining cinnabon pudding cups, then add milk and stir until a thick pudding has formed. Next, add one cup of cool whip and stir again.
  • Place the pudding layer on top of the cheesecake layer and spread evenly.
  • Add an even layer of cool whip over the top of the pudding layer and place back in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.

Notes

Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.

Disclaimer

Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Slice | Calories: 716kcal | Carbohydrates: 92g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 1036mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 60g | Vitamin A: 1003IU | Calcium: 152mg | Iron: 1mg

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