This Funfetti cake lush dessert is a colorful, creamy, no-bake treat that's perfect for birthdays, parties, or honestly… just because. It's got a crunchy golden Oreo crust, a cheesecake layer with sprinkles, creamy vanilla pudding, and a fluffy whipped topping that ties it all together.
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The best part? You don't even have to turn on the oven. It chills in the fridge and comes out ready to slice into dreamy layers of fun.
If you love no-bake desserts, you'll also want to check out the no-bake peanut butter lush dessert - it's another family favorite that disappears fast.
What is Funfetti cake lush dessert?
Think of it like a cake and cheesecake had a party and invited rainbow sprinkles. Instead of baking a cake, you're layering a cookie crust, cheesecake, pudding, and whipped topping. The sprinkles give it that cheerful, birthday-cake vibe that kids (and adults) always get excited about.
It's the kind of dessert that makes people smile the second you set it down on the table.
Ingredients you'll need
Oreo cookie crust
- 30 golden Oreos (regular, not double stuffed)
- 7 tablespoons melted butter (salted or unsalted)
No bake cheesecake layer
- 2 bars (8 oz each) cream cheese (full fat, softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup dry yellow cake mix (heat treated - see tips below)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces Cool Whip (thawed)
- ½ cup rainbow funfetti sprinkles (stick sprinkles, not nonpareils)
Vanilla pudding layer
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding
- 3 cups half and half (or whole milk)
Whipped cream topping
- 8 ounces Cool Whip (thawed)
- ¼ cup rainbow funfetti sprinkles
How to make Funfetti cake lush dessert
Step 1: Make the crust
Crush the Oreos in a food processor until fine. While the processor is running, drizzle in the melted butter. It should look like wet sand.
Press into the bottom of a 9×13 pan and freeze for 15 minutes. This helps the crust hold up against the creamy layers.
Step 2: Mix the cheesecake layer
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, dry cake mix, and vanilla until smooth.
Fold in Cool Whip until combined. Gently stir in sprinkles with a spatula (don't overmix or they'll bleed).
Spread over the chilled crust.
Step 3: Make the pudding layer
Whisk pudding mixes with half and half until thick, about 3 minutes. Spread over the cheesecake layer.
Step 4: Add the topping
Spread Cool Whip over the pudding. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours (overnight is best).
Just before serving, add sprinkles on top. Slice and serve chilled.
Tips for success
- Heat-treat the cake mix: Spread it on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5 minutes, then cool completely before using.
- Chill time matters: Overnight is best so the layers set firmly.
- Don't use nonpareils: They'll bleed color into the cheesecake layer. Stick with jimmies-style sprinkles.
- Make ahead: You can make this dessert a day ahead and store it covered in the fridge.
Storage
Cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days. The crust softens a little the longer it sits, but the flavor stays delicious.
FAQ
Yes! Regular chocolate Oreos work too, but the golden Oreos keep it more cake-like.
Homemade whipped cream works, but make sure it's stabilized with a little powdered sugar so it doesn't collapse.
You can freeze it, but the texture changes a bit. It's best fresh from the fridge.
The cake mix gives it that "birthday cake" taste, but you can leave it out if you'd rather just have cheesecake and pudding layers.
Conclusion
This funfetti cake lush dessert is all about celebration in a pan. It's no bake, easy to put together, and always a hit with kids and adults alike. Keep it chilled, pile on the sprinkles, and get ready for smiles all around.
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📖 Recipe
Funfetti Cake Lush Dessert
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes (plus chill time)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A colorful, creamy, no-bake treat with layers of golden Oreo crust, sprinkle-filled cheesecake, vanilla pudding, and fluffy whipped topping - perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
- 30 golden Oreos (regular, not double stuffed)
- 7 tablespoons melted butter (salted or unsalted)
- 2 bars (8 oz each) cream cheese (full fat, softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup dry yellow cake mix (heat treated)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces Cool Whip (thawed)
- ½ cup rainbow funfetti sprinkles (jimmies-style)
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding
- 3 cups half and half (or whole milk)
- 8 ounces Cool Whip (thawed)
- ¼ cup rainbow funfetti sprinkles
Instructions
- Crush Oreos in a food processor until fine. While processing, drizzle in melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
- Press mixture into a 9×13 pan and freeze for 15 minutes.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, dry cake mix, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in Cool Whip, then gently stir in sprinkles without overmixing. Spread over chilled crust.
- Whisk pudding mixes with half and half until thick (about 3 minutes). Spread over cheesecake layer.
- Spread Cool Whip on top of pudding layer. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with more sprinkles. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
For best results, chill overnight. Only use jimmies-style sprinkles to avoid color bleeding. Can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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