Baileys chocolate lasagna recipe: the boozy dessert everyone's obsessed with

This festive, no-bake Baileys chocolate lasagna layers rich cocoa, creamy Baileys cheesecake, and whipped clouds over a crunchy Oreo base. It’s ideal for holiday parties, potlucks, or any moment you want a boozy, crowd-pleasing dessert that can be made ahead.

Quick facts: prep, yield and dessert type

Prep time: 30 minutes active

Total time: about 4 hours, including chilling

Yield: roughly a 13 x 9 inch pan (serves 12)

Category: dessert

Method: no-bake layered dessert

Cuisine: American-style holiday treat

Ingredients for a festive Baileys chocolate lasagna

Oreo crust

36 Oreo cookies, pulverized to fine crumbs

½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Whipped cream base

3 ½ cups chilled heavy cream

1 ½ cups powdered sugar

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Chocolate pudding layer (Baileys-flavored)

2 packets (3.9 oz each) instant chocolate pudding mix

2 ¼ cups cold milk

½ cup Baileys Irish Cream

1 ¼ cups reserved whipped cream

Baileys cheesecake layer

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

¼ cup Baileys Irish Cream

¼ cup instant white hot cocoa mix (about 1 envelope)

1 tablespoon milk-chocolate instant hot cocoa mix

1 ½ cups reserved whipped cream

Toppings and garnish

4 cups whipped cream, divided

1/3 cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies

12 mini candy canes for decoration

How to assemble the no-bake Baileys lasagna

Pulse whole Oreos in a food processor until they become fine crumbs. Combine with melted butter and press into a 13 x 9 pan. Chill to set.

Whip the heavy cream with vanilla until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and whip to stiff peaks. Reserve most for layers and some for topping.

Whisk the instant chocolate pudding with milk and Baileys until thickened. Fold in 1 ¼ cups whipped cream and spread evenly over the chilled Oreo crust. Return to the fridge.

Beat butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in Baileys and both hot cocoa mixes. Fold in 1 ½ cups whipped cream and spread over the pudding layer.

Chill the pan until the layers gain structure. For best texture, refrigerate several hours or overnight.

Spread 2 cups of whipped cream on top after chilling. Keep remaining whipped cream for piping swirls when you serve.

Just before serving, pipe decorative swirls, sprinkle crushed candy canes, and tuck a mini candy cane into each slice. Avoid adding crushed candy too early; it will soften on the cream.

Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator.

Practical tips, swaps and serving ideas

Make ahead: This dessert improves with time. Assemble a day before for cleaner slices.

Non-alcoholic option: Replace Baileys with a non-alcoholic Irish cream creamer for a kid-friendly version.

If you prefer pure chocolate, skip the mint and use chocolate shavings or sprinkles instead of crushed candy canes.

To freeze, wrap tightly and thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.

Serve chilled, with coffee or after-dinner drinks. The layers are rich, so small portions work well.

Quick facts: prep, yield and dessert type