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Chocolate Peanut Butter Layer Dessert

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Chocolate peanut butter layer dessert is a no-bake treat with layers of crushed cookie crust, creamy peanut butter filling, chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped topping. It’s rich, creamy, and perfect for feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

  • 1 package (14.3 oz) chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos), crushed
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 16 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip), divided
  • 2 packages (3.9 oz each) instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • Optional toppings: chocolate shavings, chopped peanuts, mini peanut butter cups

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine crushed cookies and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and peanut butter until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping.
  3. Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mixes and cold milk until thickened. Let sit for 1–2 minutes, then spread over the peanut butter layer.
  5. Spread remaining whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer.
  6. Chill for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
  7. Before serving, garnish with optional toppings like chocolate shavings, peanuts, or peanut butter cups.
  8. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Use a food processor for finely crushed cookies, or crush in a sealed bag with a rolling pin.
  • Homemade whipped cream can be used—just whip to stiff peaks.
  • Layer bananas between the peanut butter and pudding for extra flavor.
  • To make it gluten-free, use GF sandwich cookies and verify all ingredients.
  • Best when made a day in advance and chilled overnight.

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