Christmas Lush Dessert Layers (Print Version)

A festive, layered treat with creamy cheese, green and red gelatin, fruit, and a nutty crust—perfect for holidays.

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

→ Green Gelatin Cream Layer

05 - 1 small box (3 oz) lime gelatin
06 - 1 cup boiling water
07 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
08 - 8 oz whipped topping, thawed
09 - Green food coloring, optional

→ Cream Cheese Layer

10 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
11 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
12 - 8 oz whipped topping, thawed

→ Strawberry Gelatin Layer

13 - 2 small boxes (3 oz each) strawberry gelatin
14 - 2 cups boiling water
15 - 4 cups sliced fresh strawberries

→ Optional Toppings

16 - Additional whipped topping
17 - Sprinkles or holiday candy

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 13×9-inch baking dish. Combine flour, granulated sugar, finely chopped nuts, and softened unsalted butter until a uniform crumb forms. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared dish.
02 - Bake the crust for 15 to 18 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
03 - Dissolve the lime gelatin in boiling water. Chill until partially set, about 1 hour. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually blend in the cooled gelatin. Gently fold in the whipped topping and add a few drops of green food coloring if desired. Spread this mixture evenly over the cooled crust. Refrigerate until set, 30 to 40 minutes.
04 - Beat cream cheese and granulated sugar in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Fold in the whipped topping until well combined. Spread gently over the set green gelatin layer. Refrigerate for 30 to 40 minutes until firm.
05 - Dissolve the strawberry gelatin in boiling water. Stir in the sliced fresh strawberries. Allow to chill until mixture is partially set, about 30 minutes. Carefully pour this layer over the second layer and refrigerate until the dessert is completely set, 2 to 4 hours.
06 - Before serving, top with additional whipped topping, sprinkles, or festive candy if desired. Cut into portions and serve chilled.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure each layer is fully set before proceeding to the next for clean, distinct layers.

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