First Layer (Oreo Crust)

1. Place the whole Oreo cookies (filling included) into a food processor and pulse until the crumbs are even in texture.

2. Reserve one cup of the crushed Oreos for topping later.

3. In a bowl, combine the remaining crushed Oreos with the ½ cup melted margarine or butter until well mixed.

4. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan, creating an even base.

5. Chill the pan in the refrigerator while you assemble the next layers.

Second Layer (Cream Cheese Layer)

1. Using an electric mixer, beat together the softened 8 ounces of cream cheese, 8 ounces of Cool Whip, and the 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.

2. Spread this cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled Oreo crust.

3. Return the pan to the refrigerator to firm up while you prepare the pudding layer.

Third Layer (Pudding Layer)

1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and chocolate pudding mix.

2. Add 3 cups cold milk, whisking until both puddings thicken and are well combined.

3. Spread the pudding mixture gently over the cream cheese layer, being careful not to mix into the layer below.

Fourth Layer (Top Whipped Layer and Garnish)

1. Spread the remaining 8 ounces of Cool Whip over the pudding layer in an even layer.

2. Sprinkle the reserved 1 cup of crushed Oreos over the whipped topping.

3. Drizzle chocolate syrup lightly over the entire dessert.

4. Optionally, top with chocolate curls or chopped chocolate candy for decoration.

5. Refrigerate until ready to serve (best if chilled overnight so it’s easier to cut and the layers set firmly).