Introduction

This Orange Creamsicle Dessert Lasagna is a delightful no-bake treat that combines creamy vanilla pudding with bright orange zest and crunchy graham cracker layers. It’s a refreshing and easy dessert perfect for warm days or any time you crave a citrusy sweet ending.

A square piece of layered dessert sits on a white plate with a thin gold rim. The dessert has four layers: a bottom crumbly light brown crust, a thin layer of orange jelly or jam, a thick layer of white creamy filling, and a smooth bright orange jelly layer on top. A shiny orange slice is placed in the center on top of the jelly layer. In the background, there is a glass dish filled with more orange jelly pieces on a white marbled surface. A fork lies on the right side of the plate. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
2 cups whole milk
1 (3.4 oz) package vanilla pudding mix
1 (8 oz) container whipped topping
Zest of 1 orange
2 fresh oranges, sliced for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs and spread half of them evenly in a dish to form the base layer.
Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together the milk and vanilla pudding mix until smooth. Let the mixture thicken for about 5 minutes.
Step 3: Layer half of the pudding mixture over the graham cracker crust, then spread half of the whipped topping on top.
Step 4: Sprinkle half of the orange zest evenly over the whipped topping for a burst of citrus flavor.
Step 5: Repeat the layers using the remaining graham cracker crumbs, pudding mixture, whipped topping, and orange zest.
Step 6: Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set and allow flavors to meld.

Tips & Variations

For added texture, try folding small pieces of fresh mandarin orange segments into the pudding layers.
Use low-fat or almond milk as a substitute to lighten the dessert.
Garnish with mint leaves for a fresh visual and flavor boost.

Storage

Store the dessert covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat is not recommended as it is best served chilled to maintain its creamy texture and fresh citrus taste.

How to Serve

A square slice of dessert sits on a white plate with a thin brown rim, placed on a white marbled surface. The bottom layer is a crumbly, light beige crust, followed by a smooth pale yellow custard layer. Above the custard is a thick, fluffy white cream layer with small bits of orange fruit inside. The top is decorated with several bright orange mandarin slices arranged evenly across the surface. In the background, there is a glass baking dish with the remaining dessert visible, showing the same layers and orange slices on top. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use instant pudding mix for this recipe?

Yes, instant pudding mix works perfectly and allows the dessert to set quickly without cooking.

What can I substitute if I don’t have graham crackers?

You can use crushed vanilla wafers or digestive biscuits as an alternative crust to provide a similar sweet and crunchy base.

Orange Creamsicle Dessert Lasagna Recipe

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This refreshing Orange Creamsicle Dessert Lasagna is a no-bake layered treat combining the crunch of graham cracker crumbs with creamy vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and bright citrusy orange zest. Perfect for warm weather or a light, sweet finale to any meal, it features layers of graham cracker crust, smooth vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and fresh orange zest and slices for garnish.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

2 cups graham cracker crumbs

Filling

2 cups whole milk
1 (3.4 oz) package vanilla pudding mix
1 (8 oz) container whipped topping
Zest of 1 orange

Garnish

2 fresh oranges, sliced for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the crust: Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs and evenly spread half of these crumbs in the bottom of a serving dish to form the first crust layer.
Make the pudding: In a bowl, whisk together the whole milk and vanilla pudding mix until smooth. Allow it to thicken for about 5 minutes until it reaches a creamy consistency.
First layering: Pour half of the set pudding mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust. Then spread half of the whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer.
Add zest: Sprinkle half of the orange zest evenly over the whipped topping to infuse the dessert with citrus flavor.
Second layering: Repeat the layering process by adding the remaining graham cracker crumbs, followed by the rest of the pudding mixture, then the remaining whipped topping, and finish by sprinkling the remaining orange zest on top.
Chill and serve: Cover the dessert and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and for the dessert to set nicely. Garnish with fresh orange slices just before serving.