Dessert

Turtle Lasagna Dessert Recipe

ByElla Hart January 5, 2026January 5, 2026

Introduction

Turtle Lasagna Dessert is a rich and creamy no-bake treat that combines chocolate, caramel, and nuts in delightful layers. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, this dessert offers a luscious blend of textures and flavors with minimal effort.

A square dessert with three visible layers sits on a white plate over a white marbled surface. The bottom and middle layers are dark brown, crumbly cookie crusts, while the two layers between them are thick, white and creamy. The top is covered with glossy, dark chocolate sauce that drips slightly down the sides. Golden caramel sauce oozes between the layers and onto the plate. The dessert is sprinkled with chopped nuts and a light dusting of powdered sugar, adding texture and contrast to the rich layers. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 package of chocolate cookies
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
8 oz whipped topping
1 cup caramel sauce
1 cup chocolate fudge sauce
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup milk

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, mix the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Step 2: Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined.
Step 3: In a 9×13-inch dish, layer the chocolate cookies evenly on the bottom.
Step 4: Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the cookie layer.
Step 5: Drizzle half of the caramel sauce and chocolate fudge sauce evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Step 6: Sprinkle half of the chopped pecans on top of the sauces.
Step 7: Repeat the layering with the remaining cookies, cream cheese mixture, caramel and fudge sauces, and pecans.
Step 8: Cover the dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, dip the cookies briefly in milk before layering to keep them soft and moist.
Substitute walnuts or almonds if you prefer a different nut texture or flavor.
Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for a sweet-salty contrast that enhances the caramel.

Storage

Store the turtle lasagna covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep it chilled until ready to serve. If needed, let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for easier slicing.

How to Serve

A layered dessert square is shown on a white plate with a white marbled background. The dessert has three clear layers: the bottom layer is a dark chocolate crumb base, the middle layer is thick and white with a creamy texture, and the top layer is a glossy, rich dark chocolate sauce dripping down the sides. Small pieces of chopped nuts are scattered generously on top and around the dessert, adding a crunchy texture. A light dusting of powdered sugar is sprinkled over everything, creating a soft contrast against the dark chocolate and nuts. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of cookie?

Yes, you can substitute the chocolate cookies with graham crackers or chocolate wafers, but chocolate cookies provide the best flavor balance.

Do I need to bake this dessert?

No baking is required. This is a no-bake layered dessert that sets in the refrigerator.

Turtle Lasagna Dessert Recipe

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Author: Ella
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Turtle Lasagna Dessert is a rich and indulgent layered treat combining creamy cream cheese, whipped topping, chocolate cookies, caramel and chocolate fudge sauces, and crunchy pecans. This no-bake dessert offers a perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and nutty flavors making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Layer

1 package of chocolate cookies

Cream Cheese Mixture

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
8 oz whipped topping

Toppings

1 cup caramel sauce
1 cup chocolate fudge sauce
1 cup chopped pecans

Additional

1 cup milk (optional for dipping cookies)

Instructions

Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture to create a light and fluffy texture.
Layer the cookies: In a 9×13 inch dish, lay down a single layer of chocolate cookies evenly across the bottom. For a softer texture, briefly dip cookies in milk before laying, if desired.
Add cream cheese layer: Spread half of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cookie layer.
Drizzle sauces: Drizzle half of the caramel sauce and chocolate fudge sauce evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Sprinkle pecans: Sprinkle half of the chopped pecans evenly over the sauces for a crunchy texture.
Repeat layers: Repeat the layering process with the remaining cookies, cream cheese mixture, caramel and fudge sauces, and chopped pecans.
Chill the dessert: Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the dessert is well set and flavors meld together.

Notes

For softer cookies, briefly dip chocolate cookies in milk before layering.
Can be made a day ahead for best flavor and easier slicing.
Use your favorite brand of caramel and fudge sauces for personalized taste.
For a nut-free version, omit the pecans or substitute with crushed pretzels for crunch.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Turtle lasagna, no-bake dessert, chocolate dessert, layered dessert, caramel, fudge, pecans

Ella Hart

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