Lemon Layered Dessert

 Ingredients:

– **Crust:**
– 2 cups crushed vanilla sandwich cookies (like Golden Oreos)
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

– **Cream Cheese Layer:**
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)

– **Lemon Pudding Layer:**
– 2 packages (3.4 oz each) instant lemon pudding mix
– 3 cups cold milk

– **Whipped Topping:**
– 2 cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)

– **Topping:**
– Crushed vanilla sandwich cookies for garnish

 Instructions:

1. **Prepare the Crust:**
– In a medium bowl, mix together the crushed cookies and melted butter until well combined.
– Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish to form an even layer.
– Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the next layers.

2. **Cream Cheese Layer:**
– In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
– Add the powdered sugar and beat until well combined.
– Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping until smooth.
– Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.

3. **Lemon Pudding Layer:**
– In another large bowl, whisk together the instant lemon pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes, until the mixture begins to thicken.
– Spread the lemon pudding over the cream cheese layer.

4. **Top with Whipped Topping:**
– Spread the remaining 2 cups of whipped topping evenly over the lemon pudding layer.

5. **Garnish:**
– Sprinkle crushed vanilla sandwich cookies over the top for garnish.

6. **Chill and Serve:**
– Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or until set.
– Slice into squares and serve cold.

Enjoy your delicious and refreshing lemon layered dessert!