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Peanut Butter Dream

A delightful no-bake dessert combining rich peanut butter and chocolate flavors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 24 pieces peanut butter sandwich cookies, crushed
  • 8 tablespoons butter, melted
For the filling
  • 1 box instant chocolate pudding mix (3.9 oz)
  • 1.5 cups cold milk
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter Natural peanut butter can be used.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 8 oz whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed Divide into two portions.
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter chips
  • Extra crushed cookies for topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix the crushed cookies with melted butter in a bowl. Press this mixture into a 9x9-inch baking dish to form the crust.
  2. In another bowl, whisk the chocolate pudding mix with cold milk until it thickens. Spread this pudding over the cookie crust.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, peanut butter, and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping.
  4. Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the pudding layer in the baking dish.
  5. Top with the remaining whipped topping and sprinkle the chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, and extra crushed cookies on top.
Chilling
  1. Place the dessert in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until it sets.
  2. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 4 days. Check if the topping needs refreshing before serving.