Crush your choice of holiday cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin. Combine with melted butter and press into a clear baking dish to form a crust. Chill for 30 minutes.

In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy. Fold in whipped topping and spread over chilled cookie crust.

Whisk instant pudding mix with cold milk for about 2 minutes until thick. Pour over cheesecake layer and smooth out evenly.

Spread remaining whipped topping over pudding layer. Ensure layers are chilled enough to avoid mixing.

Sprinkle festive toppings over the whipped cream layer. Let it look attractive and celebratory.

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. Slice into squares and serve chilled.