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Peanut Butter Chocolate Dessert

A rich and creamy treat combining delicious flavors of peanut butter and chocolate, perfect for gatherings or a sweet snack.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 16 cookies 16 chocolate cream filled chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
For the filling
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened Ensure it is softened for a smooth mixture.
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter Use natural peanut butter for a more intense flavor.
  • 1.5 cups confectioners sugar, divided
  • 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided Can use homemade whipped cream instead.
  • 15 miniature peanut butter cups, chopped For garnish.
  • 1 cup 2 percent milk
  • 1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate fudge pudding mix
For garnish
  • 4 cookies remaining chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed To sprinkle on top.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Crush 16 cookies and mix them with the softened butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 9-inch square dish.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, peanut butter, and 1 cup of confectioners sugar until smooth. Gently fold in half of the whipped topping and spread this mixture over the cookie crust.
  3. Sprinkle the chopped peanut butter cups over the cream cheese layer.
  4. In another large bowl, combine the milk, pudding mix, and the remaining 1/2 cup of confectioners sugar. Beat at low speed for 2 minutes. Allow it to sit for 2 minutes until it slightly thickens.
  5. Fold in the remaining whipped topping and spread this over the peanut butter cups layer.
  6. Crush the remaining cookies and sprinkle them over the top of the dessert.
  7. Cover the dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours before serving.

Notes

This dessert tastes great cold. You can add extra whipped topping or chocolate sauce on top for a special touch. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. This dessert can be made a day in advance to let flavors meld.