Chocolate Caramel Lasagna is the perfect easy and healthy holiday party-pleaser! A high protein, low fat, low sugar and low calorie dessert with layers of chocolate and caramel flavors. Easily Vegan and Gluten free too.

This lasagna really might be the best dessert with chocolate and caramel because it actually checks off all the boxes – high protein, low sugar, gluten free, low fat, and with a Vegan and dairy free option too. And the best part is that it actually tastes good!

Just imagine sinking your spoon into smooth layers of this chocolate and caramel delight and having no guilt whatsoever because you’ve eaten a giant piece of dessert and gotten in 12g of protein! Forget the no guilt part – you’re actually going to want to go for a second and even a third serving because this chocolate and caramel treat is that good of a recipe!

Ingredients for Chocolate Caramel Lasagna:

Layered chocolate caramel dessert lasagna is a no-bake delightful dessert made with a short list of ingredients that are easily accessible. If you don’t have any on hand, Amazon will have them over to you in no time!

The Base

Mini Chocolate Covered Rice Cakes

For the Chocolate Protein Pudding Layer

Non-fat Greek Yogurt for extra high protein, or coconut yogurt
Chocolate Protein Powder; I used Plant-based protein powder from KOS here;
Another good option is Quest Nutrition Chocolate.
Cocoa Powder
Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix: Simply Delish for a Vegan and sugar free recipe, or Jello.
A bit of Unsweetened Almond Milk

The Caramel Protein Pudding

Non-fat Greek Yogurt
Peanut Butter or Caramel or Vanilla flavored Protein Powder – I used the Truvani Peanut Butter Protein Powder here.
Another good option is KOS or Quest Nutrition Vanilla.
Peanut Butter Powder, also known as Powdered Peanut Butter. Like this one from PbFit.
Vanilla Instant Pudding Mix: I used this sugar free and fat free one from Simply Delish. If you can’t find it, Jello is a great option too.
Caramel flavor Stevia Drops like this one from Sweetleaf Stevia.
Unsweetened Almond Milk

The Topping:

Reduced Fat Cool Whip
Chocolate Caramel like the one from Skinnydipped.
Caramel Sauce or Peanut Butter
Cocoa Powder for dusting

How to make Chocolate Caramel Dessert Lasagna with Protein Powder?

This chocolate caramel dessert lasagna is a real great recipe for a party to please a crowd because its super delicious and really easy!

Prepare the Base Layer:

Use a sharp knife to cut the rice cakes into pieces as needed to cover the base of the dish.
Cover the base of a glass dish or 8×8” baking pan with rice cakes.

Create Chocolate Layer:

In a bowl, mix yogurt, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, chocolate instant pudding mix and milk until well combined.
Spread the chocolate mixture over the rice cakes layer.
Be careful when spreading since the rice cakes will move around.

Create the Caramel Layer:

In a separate bowl, mix yogurt, peanut butter or caramel or vanilla protein powder, peanut butter powder, vanilla instant pudding mix, caramel stevia and milk until well combined.
Spread the caramel protein mixture over the chocolate pudding layer.

Spread the Creamy Topping:

Carefully spread the cool whip/whipped topping over the caramel layer.

Chill and Set:

Place the no bake chocolate caramel layered dessert in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors and layers to set.

Garnish and Serve:

Before serving, decorate the top for extra indulgence:
dust with cocoa powder, sprinkle chopped chocolate caramel pieces and a drizzle on some caramel syrup or peanut butter.
Once fully set, slice the dessert into pieces and indulge.

Tips to make Chocolate Caramel Layered Dessert

Here’s some pointers for when you make this chocolate caramel layered dessert so you nail it on the first go!

(For base) cut the rice cakes as needed to cover the whole base so you have all the layers in every bite!
Use a sharp knife and cut the rice cakes in one motion to avoid crumbs.

(For pudding) add milk little at a time so the pudding doesn’t get too runny.

Use thawed cool whip topping (not frozen) so that it actually spreads easily.
Let the layered dessert rest in fridge 1-2 hours before eating so it can set.

How to store Chocolate Caramel Protein Layered Dessert?

This layered chocolate caramel protein dessert recipe is perfect if you want a last minute party pleaser, and here’s what to do if you make it ahead of time or have leftovers:

Refrigerator:
- Cover the chocolate caramel lasagna dessert tightly with plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container.
- Keep in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. This will maintain its freshness and creamy texture.
Freezer:
- If you need to store it longer, place the layered dessert in a freezer-safe container.
- Cover with both plastic wrap and aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn.
- Freeze for up to 2-3 months.
- Before serving, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight for the best texture.

Note: For optimal flavor and texture, avoid freezing with the toppings; Add them just before serving instead!

Alternatives for Healthy No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Delight

I use the ingredients and brands recommended for the perfect healthy no bake chocolate peanut butter delight recipe, but here’s some alternatives you can try:

Base:

If you don’t have chocolate covered rice cakes, use regular rice cakes or even crackers!

Pudding:

Greek Yogurt: Coconut Yogurt
Peanut Butter Powder: If you have almond or cashew butter powder it works just as well, but if not, feel free to just leave this out.
Almond Milk: Regular Milk

Topping:

Reduced-fat cool whip: Regular cool whip topping or Coconut whipped topping

More Chocolate and Caramel Dessert Ideas:

Some more Dessert Lasagna Recipes to try: